Cristiano Ronaldo ~ Your Favorite Player Is So Much Better!! Thread

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Robben: Ronaldo deserves it – Football España

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Meanwhile


The Guinness world record for crying


last reported incident(June 2025)
Franck Ribéry goes off on Cristiano Ronaldo after bringing up the 2013 Ballon d’Or controversy | beIN SPORTS

 

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1 goal and 1 pre assist last night
Incredible

 

What the Football World Says About Cristiano Ronaldo



Every other day, I’ll post quotes from footballing legends around the world

Country by country


I’ll begin with Brazil


Next will be Italy


From the giants of the game to the underdogs, we’ll hear what the legends have said about CR7.




Pelé




“Life is a solo flight. Each makes his own journey. And what a beautiful journey you are having,”


“I admire you a lot, I love watching you play and this is no secret to anyone. Congratulations on breaking my record of goals in official matches.


“My only regret is not being able to give you a hug today.

But I leave this photo in your honor, with great affection, as the symbol of a friendship that has existed for many years.”

Pelé Foundation | Cristiano, a vida é um voo solo. Cada um faz a sua própria jornada. E que bela jornada você está tendo! Eu te admiro muito, adoro te ver... | Instagram


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Zico




“Cristiano battled Messi year after year for the title of the best. Someone like him deserves immense recognition and applause. He should be an example for this generation,”


He worked on his physical attributes—strength, speed, power, and shooting. He turned himself into someone who could compete with Messi, a genius and one of the greatest ever,” he added.


“At 40, he runs more than most, avoids injuries, doesn’t miss training, and consistently performs”



He lived his life for soccer. We should applaud him. I regret never meeting him. I’d love to shake his hand and congratulate him on his career.

If I were starting my soccer journey today, Cristiano Ronaldo would be my role model,”
Brazilian legend Zico weighs in on whether Cristiano Ronaldo is the best player of all time - Bolavip US



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Romario




"I love Messi, he's great, but it must also be said Cristiano Ronaldo is among the five best players in history,"

Football: Romario: I love Messi, but Cristiano Ronaldo is among the five best players in history



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Ronaldo nazario




“Cristiano Ronaldo has a fantastic trajectory. He's achieved wonderful things, he's scored goals in all sorts of ways, even changing positions, hasn't he? From left forward to centre forward, which is not easy. For sure he is among the best in the history of football.


“Now, I don't agree that he's the best ever but I respect his opinion.


He's certainly among the best in history, for sure. I would say in the top 10, easily.”

Ronaldo Nazario's thoughts on Cristiano Ronaldo's controversial claim | Football | Sport | Express.co.uk


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Rivaldo




“There are many people who criticize Cristiano Ronaldo and perhaps it is because they are envious of his success,"

Rivaldo: People who criticize Ronaldo are envious of his success | All Football

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Ronaldinho




“There has been a lot of talk in our country about the playoff between Sweden and Portugal.


Ibrahimovic was my teammate at Milan, and Cristiano was sometimes my rival.


But Cristiano Ronaldo made the difference. I am happy to be able to say that it will be a great pleasure to welcome him to Brazil.


Our people recognize his talent."
Ronaldinho: “Great joy that Cristiano is coming to Brazil” - REAL TOTAL



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Neymar




“Cristiano is a monster.”

“Facing him is a pleasure and an honour. He is one of the greatest in history.”
Football news - Neymar hails Lionel Messi as his ‘idol’, calls Cristiano Ronaldo a ‘monster’ - TNT Sports


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Marcelo




“I'm a fan of Ronaldo's, that's clear. Cristiano and Messi are different. Each one has their own history and credit. We're privileged to live in the same era as these two,"



For me, Cristiano is the best player in the world. I didn't see Maradona or Pele play live but what I know is that no-one compares to Ronaldo”
Marcelo lavishes praise on Cristiano Ronaldo - Sports Mole


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Tostao


“Cristiano Ronaldo is a masterful goalscorer.


Cristiano is more complete as a goalscorer and Lionel Messi is more complete as a player”
https://elpais.com/deportes/2019/06/20/actualidad/1561055765_937079.html



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Rivellino



“One day someone asks me: who do you want, Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo?


I had said Cristiano Ronaldo because he is more decisive



But now Messi showed me more and the same question today I would say Messi. He has changed my concepts on him.
Messi has surpassed Ronaldo, says Rivellino | FourFourTwo


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Ricardo kaka



“In the history of football Messi and Cristiano are definitely in the top five. We are very lucky to have been able to see both of them.”
World Cup winner Kaka makes a clear choice on the Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo debate - Bolavip US



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Thiago silva


“It is a pleasure to play with great players and Cristiano is the best in the world


He is a great football player, technically indispensable for any club and above all for PSG, who dream of winning the Champions league”
Thiago Silva Cristiano Ronaldo best in world no problems PSG - ESPN



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Clodoaldo


“Cristiano is fantastic. Spectacular. A wonderful human being. We root a lot for him.


“Unfortunately he plays for a national team that doesn’t have a strong tradition in the World Cup, and the chances of him winning a World Cup are remote, in contrast to hallowed players like Maradona, Pele and others."
Clodoaldo acclaims Cristiano, Messi and Neymar


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Casemiro



“Cristiano surprises me every day because he always wants to work more, he always wants to win more,".


He’s an inspiration for every football player in the world. He’s an exceptional player both on and off the pitch. He’s never happy with his goals, he always wants more, and that’s why he’s the best on the world. I have the great pleasure of being able to work alongside him and I learn a lot of things from him."
Casemiro on Cristiano Ronaldo: "He’s an inspiration for every football player in the world" - Managing Madrid




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Dani alves


“There was a time because of the rivalry that I would go over to greet Cristiano and he wouldn't greet me.


But how can I not respect a guy who has achieved everything based on hard work and putting his heart and soul into it?"
Dani Alves: I respect Cristiano Ronaldo, but Lionel Messi is in another world | FourFourTwo

 

Newspapers Praise Cristiano Ronaldo After Portugal’s Title, and Even Argentinians Admit: ‘As Great as Messi’

Argentinian newspaper Olé: “Eternal. As great as Leo Messi, even though ours is the best of all. At 40 years old, and as enthusiastic as a teenager, Cristiano Ronaldo has won yet another title with Portugal.”

Spanish newspaper Marca: “He’s no longer the forward who struck fear into defenders with his runs, his leaps, his bursts, his whiplash shots... That’s far behind, because he’s lost that spark he once had. But the goal — oh, the goal! That’s his trademark, his domain. If you give him even the slightest edge in the box, it’s over. That’s how it was, that’s how it is. And that’s how it will be until the day Cristiano gets up and says, ‘This is as far as we go.’ He left the final injured. And with the entire stadium on its feet. A standing ovation worthy of the legend he is.”

Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo: “His generational duel with Lamine Yamal didn’t disappoint. He scored Portugal’s second goal, making it clear he hasn’t lost his touch. He’s now scored 24 goals in finals, both for clubs and country. He left to a standing ovation from the crowd.”

@ESPNBrasil

 

"Winning a World Cup doesn't change anything. I've won everything, and I'm not the greatest in history. Messi is a genius, but the greatest and most complete player in history is Cristiano Ronaldo."

– Kaká

 

It’s not a real quote

I saw it previously and the trail leads back to Facebook which is notorious for spreading fake or misattributed content.



As a general rule I don’t trust secondary or tertiary sources unless they explicitly cite the original source


Also the goal here isn’t to ‘prove’ Ronaldo is better than Messi.

What I’m trying to highlight is how Ronaldo is perceived by legends of the game. Whether they rate him as superior, equal, or even below Messi, the common thread is and always has been respect.

 

Italian players

Franco Baresi


GOL DE CRISTIANO RONALDO - Comemoração da torcida portuguesa com gol de falta - YouTube

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Gianfranco Zola

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Sandro mazzola


“…I must say, however, that I see a little of myself in Cristiano Ronaldo. Every time I see one of his fakes, I say, 'I also used to do that!' At the time we were not as fast, but I had quick feet, thought quickly and was certainly not lacking technically. So, I was a little like the Portuguese today, who is blessed with athleticism and class."
Inter icon Sandro Mazzola sees familiar traits in Cristiano Ronaldo - Football | Tribuna.com




Paolo Maldini


“I know both Messi and Ronaldo very well. They’ve been dominating the Ballon d’Or for over a decade. While Ronaldo is undoubtedly an exceptional player and a fierce competitor, I believe Messi might just have the edge.
Paolo Maldini Weighs in the Messi vs. Ronaldo Debate - 777score.com




Gianluigi Buffon



"Cristiano Ronaldo's worth is comparable to Maradona, Messi or Pele.

"My Champions League dream isn't possible because the best has stopped it."
Buffon compares Ronaldo to Maradona, Pele and Messi: He's at an incredible level




Carlo Ancelotti


“Without wanting to show a lack of respect to anyone Cristiano Ronaldo is the best I have worked with."

Real Madrid: Carlo Ancelotti isn't lying when he says Cristiano Ronaldo is the best - ESPN




Dino Zoff


"Cristiano ronaldo is an incredible player,"

"When you have him in front of you, you have to be concentrated all the time.

"The only thing you can do is hope that he misses."
Cristiano Ronaldo cannot be stopped – Zoff | FourFourTwo




Alessandro Del piero


"Even if the coach's merit in winning titles is greater than the players, I don't think there is any coach more important than CR7 and I say that even though I think Zidane did an extraordinary job above all expectations," he told La Gazzetta dello Sport.

Cristiano is an extraordinary champion and has the mentality that only the greatest sportspeople have”
Del Piero: ‘Cristiano Ronaldo an extraordinary champion’ – Juvefc.com




Francesco Totti


“Cristiano Ronaldo can decide a match on his own,”


“You see what he can do, not just against us last week, but regularly in the Premiership, and it seems he is capable of doing just about anything.

“we just have to hope he doesn’t play well.”

Totti in confident mood - World Soccer



Andrea pirlo


"Ronald Koeman is right to say that it is not fair to say who is better," Pirlo explained. "Messi and Ronaldo have put on a show and have been doing it for 15 years. They have shared the Ballon d'Ors of the last 15 years.


"It is a shame to say if one is better than the other. They are phenomena that make millions of fans rejoice every time they take to the pitch, it is not fair to say who is better.

"We must thank them both because they are good for football.
Pirlo Refuses To Rank Ronaldo Above Messi | beIN SPORTS

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Roberto Mancini


“We'll call the police to stop Cristiano Ronaldo

He's a top player and he deserves to win the Ballon D'Or. He scored so many goals last year and that helped them to finish above Barcelona. I hope he can have a bad night on Wednesday.

"When you come up against a player who can score one or two goals every game, it is difficult. It is a big night for him to be back here but for Real it's an important game
Roberto Mancini: Maybe police can stop Cristiano Ronaldo | The Independent | The Independent


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Costacurta



“He is every day more similar to Pelé”,

“I see the goals of Cristiano and I can recognize those of Pelé. The Brazilian use to jump higher than his opponents even if he was thinner. He was running quicker than his opponents who had more pace. He had amazing technical and dribbling skills.

All these factors make me think that the Portuguese star is so similar to the Brazilian

Costacurta: 'Three reasons why Ronaldo is similar to Pelé'|English News | Calciomercato.com


Next up

Argentina

 

Argentina

Lionel Messi


“It was always a battle with Cristiano Ronaldo because he always wanted to win everything.


We fed off each other because we’re both highly competitive.

It was a beautiful time for us and for fans of football in general. What we did for so many years has great value. As they say, getting there is easy, staying there is the hard part,”
Messi Remembers Cristiano Ronaldo and Clearly Misses the Clásicos Between Barcelona and Real Madrid | beIN SPORTS


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Alfredo Di stefano


“Cristiano is a phenomenon

He is number one
A barbaric player.

I’d say he was the complete player. You can see that opponents fear him. For me Cristiano is the best.”
Di Stefano: Ronaldo a phenomenon – Football España


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Diego Maradona


“It's not the case that Messi is better than Ronaldo or Ronaldo is better than Messi. I think they are at the same level.

Cristiano is a predator in front of goal. You can’t let Cristiano shoot from anywhere in the opposition half.


Goalkeepers are scared of him. You have to be honest, goalkeepers are scared of Cristiano. They are not so scared of Messi in those areas because he doesn't have the same power as Cristiano.


I think at this present time he is right up there at Messi's level."
Maradona: Messi and Ronaldo operate at same level | beIN SPORTS

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Mario Kempes



“Cristiano Ronaldo is like wine in that the older it is the better it is.”
Kempes: Ronaldo hungrier than Messi – Football España


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Jorge valdano


"Cristiano Ronaldo is a phenomenon. He looks like a downgrade compared to Messi, who I define as a genius, but be careful because sometimes a phenomenon has more merits than a genius.


The genius is born and the phenomenon is developed. Cristiano has even built himself a new body, he has a lot of merit for what he has done, and he has taken several Ballon d'Or awards away from the genius."
Jorge Valdano's comparison between Cristiano Ronaldo and Messi: The phenomenon and the genius


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Cesar Luis Menotti

"Messi would not have been the same at Real Madrid


"He started at Barcelona with Iniesta, Xavi, Ronaldinho. A team that Cristiano Ronaldo never had.


"Cristiano always worked like a hero. He's a massive player, and maybe a great guy. But he works like a hero and he gets 50 goals.
Menotti: Ronaldo never played in a time like Messi's | beIN SPORTS


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Gabriel Batistuta


“If I could I’d have both! If I have to choose, I pick Messi. Just because he’s Argentine!


“Seriously though, Cristiano is really strong but they’re different. Messi is more involved in the play. It’s hard to compare them.


“Ronaldo has a different personality and mentality, people like him will never stop. He’ll want to score for as long as he can.”
Gabriel Batistuta: Messi Over Ronaldo - Last Word on Football


Next up

Germany

 

Ronaldo hands Portugal shirt to Nelson Mandela | Reuters

 

@SayWhatIWant @Isaías Silva Serafim @PDG1978

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https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_...ifted-signed-cristiano-ronaldo-portugal-shirt

President of the European Council Antonio Costa presented Donald Trump with a signed Cristiano Ronaldo jersey.

The jersey had the message
"To President Donald J. Trump, Playing for Peace."


You cannot hate this guy.

There are maybe a handful of people on this planet with a profile like Ronaldo’s (he is very arguably the most famous person in the world) who would make a gesture like this right now.

The key word is right now when tensions are extremely high and people in the political sphere are on the fence



He made a move and even if it’s just ‘a simple gesture’ it is worth a lot more than it first appears.


It’s very easy to be highly opinionated and vocal about current events when you have little to lose.
Whether you’re protesting in the street or tweeting behind complete anonymity.


But when you’re a globally recognised figure even taking a neutral stance can risk damaging your entire brand.


Unfortunate as it is demanding or requesting peace today can be misconstrued as hostility or siding with ‘evil’

So full props to him for this gesture even if i highly doubt it will have the intended effect on the recipient of the shirt/message.

 

Glazing

 

This is your GOAT

Literally less than 24 hours ago after his match vs Porto in the club World Cup

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Lionel Messi makes 'not friends' admission after Cristiano Ronaldo left rival in no doubt - Mirror Online

That mirror online headline is a classic example of how the media drives traffic with BS sensationalist and misleading framing of the original quote.

The dumpster which is also known as the ‘daily mail’ is just as bad.

All of this negativity and disingenuousness has heavily contributed to the rise of deluded Barcelona fans like yourself.


The Barcelona fan base are the worst on this planet(the trolls online and the very large contingent of facists in the stands )
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boixos_Nois
https://www.reddit.com/r/Barca/comments/u24f23/our_clubs_ultras_are_********ing_dangerous/

Some of the worst on this planet.

 

You are confusing on the pitch performance and dedication with off the pitch persona and branding.

It is more like yourself is so invested in the Ronaldo vs Messi narrative that you cant see a tree from the forrest.

What has Cristiano signing a shirt for Donald Trump has anything to do with football?

You constantly jumping from one to another as if it has any relevance to amything.

You do realize that both are basically billionaires with one of the best PR teams in the world by their side?

I dont understand what attracts you to that fakery in the first place.

 

Lionel Messi is not my GOAT and it would certainly not be because of branding.

 

Who's your goat?

 

‘Sexy’ Beast is throwing Lionel Messi under the bus just to score a point
not because he believes what he is actually saying



His GOAT is definitely not any pre war player

It is definitely not Pelé

It is definitely not Diego Maradona

it is definitely not Cristiano(no quotes from sexybeast are even required)


Who is it then?

Fuc*ing Micheal Jackson???


The weather is too warm here to fully engage with his shenanigans



I can’t discuss let alone debate with someone who constantly flip-flops, has no consistent stance, and will throw any player under the bus just to win a forum debate.

 

You can misquote me, pull my words out of the context as much as you want, it is only a testament of your own character and desire to win a forum debate.

Btw,

“The mark of an intelligent mind is to entertain a thought without accepting it.”
– Aristotle (often paraphrased)

“A foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds.”
– Ralph Waldo Emerson, Self-Reliance
(Implies greatness requires the flexibility to revise one’s views)

“It is the highest form of self-respect to admit your errors and to learn from them.”
– John C. Maxwell (or variants thereof)

“The ability to change one’s mind is a superpower.”
– James Clear (A newer but increasingly popular quote)

Keep that in mind, no pun intended, before searching for an out of context statement of mine from years ago.

 

It depends on how you define GOAT, but I can not discern between Pele and Messi.

 

So did I misquote you or did you change your opinion?

Dude don’t waste my time


“You can fool some of the people all of the time, and all of the people some of the time, but you can not fool all of the people all of the time”
Abraham Lincoln

 

You deliberately misquote me in a bad faith. Publicly for everyone to verify for themselfs within few seconds and one click.

You quoted me saying:

The actual quote and full sentence is:

The actual context of the quote is in a conversation with Al Gabiru in which he claimed that there is nothing Messi was better/more talented at than Pele, within the thread called "Top-3 dribblers of each era".

The full post of mine from which I was misquoted is this:

My actual argument in that conversation, summarized:

Pele is better/more talented than Messi in some aspects, and Messi in the other. Both are the GOAT tier talents.

THIS IS NOT A HONEST MISTAKE ON YOUR PART. You read the sentence in which I said this:

The bolded part "in certain aspects" did not fit your narrative and crafted personal attack against me, so you DELIBERATELY deleted that part and added a full stop at the end of the misquote to make it seem like I said something completely different. And you knew that.

YOU ARE CAUGHT RED-HANDED, carlito.

This is not about Messi vs Ronaldo (or SayWhatIWant, Isaias, etc.), this is about your deliberate, manipulative, dishonest argumentative tactics and gaslighting.

There is no way out of this one. What is in order right now is apology of yours towards me.

Once you do that, I can explain further what I meant by changing my mind in the previous post.

 

Greatness for me is about the titles a player helps his team win, the relevance of those titles, and the impact this player has on winning those titles. I give a lot of weight on longevity and concistency also. Talent per se is a factor but for greatness it's the least important factor. It could be a tie breaker if all other things I said are equals

 

Spin this

I didn’t want to do this but you’re now officially on fraud watch.

 

What did I spin about you deliberately misquoting me? Everybody can verify that for themselfs. You didn't even deny it (because you can't - evidence is here).

Misquoting me which you are doing again with this quote:

This refers to dribbling alone. I stand by Messi being a better dribbler than Pele.

The first two quotes are from 2019 lol. 6 years ago. That makes me inconsistent? Not subscribing to my words from 6 years ago? Then I am flip-flopper.

Messi is better than Maradona. This I still believe (as you do yourself on the record haha)

Analogy of Ronaldinho being Maradona without 1986 WC is bogus and untrue.

Any other quotes?

May I get an apology now?