Lionel Messi calls rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo a great sporting battle
Inter Miami and Argentina national football team striker Lionel Messi spoke about his rivalry with Portuguese Al-Nasr forward Cristiano Ronaldo. His words are quoted by L’Equipe.
Messi called the confrontation with Ronaldo a great sporting battle. “We were fueled by mutual rivalry because we are both great competitors and always wanted to win. It was a very enjoyable period for both of us and for the people who love football,” he said.
On October 30, the Argentine won the Ballon d’Or for the eighth time in his career. He previously won the trophy in 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2016, 2019 and 2021.
Ronaldo is a five-time Ballon d’Or winner. He was recognized as the best football player in 2008, 2013, 2014, 2016 and 2017.
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