Cristiano Ronaldo addressed his relationship with Lionel Messi, surprising fans who may have had a different perception of their dynamic. For nearly two decades, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have been direct rivals.

Al Nassr star Cristiano Ronaldo once acknowledged that Argentinian captain and Barcelona legend Lionel Messi is better than him on the pitch in one aspect.

While football fans continue to spar with one another over the GOAT debate and whether that honour should go to Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi, the former’s son isn’t impressed by either as much as he is by France and Real Madrid star Mbappe.

Ronaldo, who has now surpassed 920 career goals, has always adopted the mindset that nobody is better than him but back in early 2016, the former Manchester United and Real Madrid superstar did acknowledge the one department where Messi has the upper and.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo's rivalry dominated football for well over a decade, and their families were also involved in the fierce battle.

Liverpool have been linked with a move for Lyon forward Rayan Cherki - a player who has been compared to Lionel Messi despite admitting he actually idolises Cristiano Ronaldo

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney opted for Lionel Messi ahead of his former teammate Cristiano Ronaldo in the GOAT debate last year.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo spent years competing with one another for the crown of 'best footballer on the planet', and their families also joined in the heated discussions at times

After a rocky start, Kylian Mbappe has started 2025 on a strong note, scoring in all of Real Madrid’s matches so far.In fact, Mbappe’s tally of 22 goals so far this season means he is on track to