Ronaldo Rejects Messi Rivalry, Dismisses “Better” Claim in Candid Interview
In a forthcoming interview that is sure to reignite one of football’s most enduring debates, Cristiano Ronaldo has explicitly stated that he does not believe Lionel Messi is a superior player to him.
The Al Nassr and Portugal captain made the remarks during a conversation with British broadcaster Piers Morgan. When faced directly with the common assertion, “They say Messi is better than you. What do you think?” Ronaldo responded with characteristic self-assurance.
“Messi better than me? I don’t agree with that opinion,” Ronaldo stated. “I don’t want to be humble.”
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner also addressed comments from his former Manchester United teammate, Wayne Rooney, who has publicly expressed his preference for the Argentine World Cup winner. Ronaldo dismissed the significance of Rooney’s opinion, stating simply, “It doesn’t bother me at all.”
The exchange is part of a wider interview that is expected to fuel fresh discussion among football fans worldwide. The rivalry between Ronaldo and Messi has defined a generation of the sport, with both players accumulating numerous trophies, individual awards, and record-breaking goal tallies throughout their careers.
While Messi’s legacy was heavily bolstered by his triumph with Argentina in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Ronaldo has consistently pointed to his success across different leagues and clubs in England, Spain, and Italy as a key differentiator.
With this latest candid rebuttal, Ronaldo makes it clear that, in his view, the debate is far from settled.
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