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.

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.

Ronaldo's career has been marked by numerous record-setting achievements, and he continues to showcase his talent at this point in his journey.

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.

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

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

A former teammate of both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo is making a stunning move to a club that will compete in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. This summer, the inaugural edition of the expanded 2025 FIFA Club World Cup will be held in the United States.