Manchester Metropolis star Rodri has shared his opinion on the long-standing debate about who’s the best footballer of all time (GOAT) between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Rodri, who had an impressive season with Manchester Metropolis and Spain, was just lately topped the 2024 Ballon d’Or winner, beating Vinicius Jr. to the award. The 28-year-old performed a key function in serving to Manchester Metropolis win their fourth consecutive Premier League title and was instrumental in Spain’s victory on the 2024 European Championship in Germany.
When requested concerning the Messi vs Ronaldo debate, Rodri made his selection clear. Talking to El Hormiguero, he stated:
“Greatest participant of all time? I’ve little question, Lionel Messi. Cristiano has managed to match Messi with out innate expertise. However these of us who play towards them see the distinction.”
Rodri defined that whereas Ronaldo was extremely harmful within the penalty space, Messi’s brilliance was felt throughout the whole pitch.
“With Messi, hazard may come from wherever. When he obtained the ball, you knew one thing was going to occur. Once I tried to take the ball from him, it felt like I wasn’t even there,” Rodri added.
The midfielder firmly declared:
“Zero doubts. For me, Leo Messi is one of the best participant ever.”
Sadly, Rodri’s season has been minimize brief after he ruptured his ACL throughout a match towards Arsenal. He has since undergone surgical procedure and can deal with his restoration.
