Van Basten: Messi is unique, inimitable and unrepeatable
4 years, 10 months ago

Van Basten: Messi is unique, inimitable and unrepeatable

The Hindu  

Former Milan striker and Netherlands head coach Marco van Basten said anyone who believes Cristiano Ronaldo is better than Lionel Messi does not understand anything about football. Barcelona captain Messi has won a record six Ballons D'Or, compared to Juventus superstar Ronaldo's five, while the pair have claimed numerous other club and individual honours. "Cristiano Ronaldo is a great player, but those who claim that he is better than Messi don't understand anything about football or say it in bad faith," Van Basten told Corriere della Sera. Ahead of Sunday's Clasico against bitter rivals Real Madrid, Messi has managed 18 league goals in 20 appearances.

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Robert Lewandowski joins Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in exclusive Champions League club after netting for Barcelona
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Robert Lewandowski joins Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in exclusive Champions League club after netting for Barcelona

Daily Mail  

Barcelona star Robert Lewandowski became just the third player to reach 100 goals in the Champions League when he opened the scoring for the Catalan giants against Brest. The strike saw the Poland star join Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi as the only footballers to reach triple figures in Europe's premier competition. Robert Lewandowski became just the third player to …

Lewandowski joins Ronaldo and Messi in Champions League 100-goal club. Haaland nets 2 but City draws
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Lewandowski joins Ronaldo and Messi in Champions League 100-goal club. Haaland nets 2 but City draws

Associated Press  

ROME — Robert Lewandowski joined Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi as the only players in Champions League history with 100 or more goals. I’m in good company alongside Cristiano and Messi.” The 36-year-old Lewandowski required 125 matches to reach the century mark, two more than Messi and 12 fewer than Ronaldo. Also, Arsenal kept red-hot striker Viktor Gyokeres quiet in …

Lionel Messi scripts history, breaks Cristiano Ronaldo’s massive record but fails to prevent Inter Miami defeat
2 months ago

Lionel Messi scripts history, breaks Cristiano Ronaldo’s massive record but fails to prevent Inter Miami defeat

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi had a sensational 2024 MLS season, and had an instant impact for Inter Miami. The Argentine finished the regular season with 20 goals and 16 assists in 19 matches, and also became Inter Miami's all-time leading goalscorer. The Barcelona legend reached 850 career goals, a record which his eternal rival Cristiano Ronaldo had achieved earlier. The Argentine also …

New Generation of Stars Emerges as Messi and Ronaldo's Domination Ends
2 months, 2 weeks ago

New Generation of Stars Emerges as Messi and Ronaldo's Domination Ends

Associated Press  

The Ballon d'Or is set to be awarded to Vinicius Junior, the young star who has emerged as a contender for the award. With his stunning performance for Real Madrid, he is considered the favorite to win the prestigious individual award. However, the award's history suggests that it will likely return to a time before Messi and Ronaldo when multiple …

Real Madrid star 'has already been told that he will win the Ballon d'Or next month' after stunning year as plans to pay tribute to him are 'revealed'
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Real Madrid star 'has already been told that he will win the Ballon d'Or next month' after stunning year as plans to pay tribute to him are 'revealed'

Daily Mail  

A Real Madrid star has reportedly already been informed that he will be crowned the Ballon d'Or winner next month in Paris. This year's list of nominees includes Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr., Antonio Rudiger, and Federico Valverde from the current crop of Madrid stars, while the recently retired Toni Kroos is also on there. A Real Madrid star …

'Goals Are Like Ketchup': Cristiano Ronaldo Delivers Hilarious Response on His Historic Feat in the Champions League
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'Goals Are Like Ketchup': Cristiano Ronaldo Delivers Hilarious Response on His Historic Feat in the Champions League

News 18  

Portuguese legend Cristiano Ronaldo feels goals and trophies are like “ketchup” as once they start coming, there is no stopping. Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the most decorated players in Champions League history. He first won the Champions League with Manchester United in 2008 and secured four titles during his time at Real Madrid. View this post on Instagram A …

'He has the numbers of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo': Guardiola makes massive comparison for Premier League star
4 months, 3 weeks ago

'He has the numbers of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo': Guardiola makes massive comparison for Premier League star

Hindustan Times  

Defending champions Manchester City began their Premier League 2024-25 campaign on a dominating note, sealing a 2-0 win vs arch-rivals Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday. Guardiola said, "He has the numbers for Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, who controlled the last decade, 15 years, absolutely everything. City have now won their opening Premier League match of the season in 13 …

Champions League winner looks unrecognisable from his Real Madrid days... as 49-year-old now claims to have a better physique than Cristiano Ronaldo
7 months, 1 week ago

Champions League winner looks unrecognisable from his Real Madrid days... as 49-year-old now claims to have a better physique than Cristiano Ronaldo

Daily Mail  

He retired at 43 while playing in Brazil after also featuring for Bayern Munich A former Champions League winner who retired at the age of 43 looks unrecognisable from his playing days - and claims to have a better physique than Cristiano Ronaldo. A former Champions League winner looks unreognisable in post-retirement social media snaps shared online Ronaldo has become …

'Messi is the greatest... in terms of pure football, I am better than Ronaldo': Hazard makes sensational claim
11 months, 1 week ago

'Messi is the greatest... in terms of pure football, I am better than Ronaldo': Hazard makes sensational claim

Hindustan Times  

For the last 15 years, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have battled against each other to be regarded as the greatest footballer in history. Eden Hazard made a sensational claim on Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. Former Chelsea player Eden Hazard joined the bandwagon and made a rather sensational claim about the better player between the two, and also included …

Lionel Messi set to face Cristiano Ronaldo one last time after fixture confirmed
1 year, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi set to face Cristiano Ronaldo one last time after fixture confirmed

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo will face each …

Cristiano Ronaldo scores again: Who has scored the highest number of goals in 2023?
1 year, 2 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo scores again: Who has scored the highest number of goals in 2023?

The Hindu  

The 2022-23 football season has seen two youngsters dominating the scoring charts, which indicates the passing of the baton from the duopoly of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Against Damac FC in the Saudi Pro League, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner scored from the free-kick after nearly seven months to get yet another goal to his name in 2023. Since …

Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappe star in list of major 100m euros transfers in football history
1 year, 4 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappe star in list of major 100m euros transfers in football history

Hindustan Times  

Moises Caicedo, Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham are the latest entrants of the 100 million euros-plus transfer club. Gareth Bale from Tottenham to Real Madrid The Welsh wizard became the first footballer in the history of the game to breach the 100m euros-mark. Cristiano Ronaldo from Real Madrid to Juventus Cristiano Ronaldo shocked the football universe by moving to Juventus …

I am better than Messi and Ronaldo in terms of giving their best for the National team: Sunil Chhetri
1 year, 6 months ago

I am better than Messi and Ronaldo in terms of giving their best for the National team: Sunil Chhetri

Hindustan Times  

If there's one name on every Indian's lips right now, it's that of Sunil Chhetri, the captain of the Indian football team, who lifted the 2023 Bangabandhu SAFF Championship in Bengaluru last week. Sunil Chhetri is in the all-time top 10 list of highest goal scorers for their national teams alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Pele "It has been …

Gareth Bale names Lionel Messi and NOT Cristiano Ronaldo as the greatest to win Champions League
1 year, 7 months ago

Gareth Bale names Lionel Messi and NOT Cristiano Ronaldo as the greatest to win Champions League

Daily Mail  

Gareth Bale has named Lionel Messi as the best ever winner of the Champions League - betraying his former team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo in the process. Bale and Portuguese megastar Ronaldo were colleagues for five years at Real Madrid, where they won Europe's elite club trophy four times together. Lionel Messi has been called the best player to win the Champions …

Messi’s father says player ‘would like to return’ to Barcelona amid speculation over Saudi move
1 year, 7 months ago

Messi’s father says player ‘would like to return’ to Barcelona amid speculation over Saudi move

Associated Press  

MADRID — Barcelona has not given up hope of seeing Lionel Messi returning to the club despite increasing speculation about a pending move to Saudi Arabia, and his father said Monday that his son prefers to go back to the Catalan club. The player’s father sidestepped most questions but acknowledged that Messi “would like to return” to the club where …

Barcelona not giving up hope of bringing Lionel Messi back to Spanish football
1 year, 7 months ago

Barcelona not giving up hope of bringing Lionel Messi back to Spanish football

The Hindu  

Barcelona has not given up hope of seeing Lionel Messi returning to the club despite increasing speculation about a pending move to Saudi Arabia. The Catalan club continued to work on restructuring its finances to make sure it could afford Messi’s return in case the Argentina star decided to come back to the Spanish league after his stint with Paris …

Lionel Messi at Paris Saint-Germain: Flashes of genius but promise unfulfilled
1 year, 7 months ago

Lionel Messi at Paris Saint-Germain: Flashes of genius but promise unfulfilled

Firstpost  

It is difficult to qualify Messi’s time at PSG as a success, even if the move to the French capital helped set him up for the crowning glory of his career at last year’s World Cup and did no harm to the Qatar-owned club as a sporting brand Paris: Lionel Messi arrived in France to a hero’s welcome, seen as …

Falling out of love? Messi whistled by PSG fans, again
1 year, 9 months ago

Falling out of love? Messi whistled by PSG fans, again

Associated Press  

PARIS — The relationship between Lionel Messi and PSG fans is not getting better. Less than a week after he scored a hat-trick and surpassed 100 career goals for Argentina, the world champion was whistled by sections of supporters before and during PSG’s 1-0 home loss to Lyon on Sunday amid persistent rumors he could leave the club soon. But …

Napoli Youngster's Befitting Response to Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi Debate Goes Viral
1 year, 9 months ago

Napoli Youngster's Befitting Response to Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi Debate Goes Viral

News 18  

Napoli striker Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has simply had an outstanding outing this season so far. Kvaratskhelia was recently asked to choose between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. Kvaratskhelia soon added saying, “But Messi is top.” 👀🇬🇪 Kvicha Kvaratskhelia on the Messi-Ronaldo debate! One Twitter user hilariously wrote, “Messi fans will now hate him for stating facts.” Messi fans will now hate …

Lionel Messi outclasses Ballon d'Or holder Karim Benzema, PSG star Kylian Mbappe to win Best FIFA Men's Player Award
1 year, 10 months ago

Lionel Messi outclasses Ballon d'Or holder Karim Benzema, PSG star Kylian Mbappe to win Best FIFA Men's Player Award

Hindustan Times  

Argentina's World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi was crowned the best player in men’s football by the Federation Internationale de Football Association at The Best FIFA Football Awards on Tuesday. Messi, who propelled Argentina to its third FIFA World Cup title in Qatar last year, was nominated for the illustrious prize alongside his Paris Saint Germain teammate Kylian Mbappe and Real …

Lionel Messi joins Cristiano Ronaldo in elite list, becomes only second player to achieve 'THIS' feat
1 year, 10 months ago

Lionel Messi joins Cristiano Ronaldo in elite list, becomes only second player to achieve 'THIS' feat

India TV News  

Paris Saint-Germain's Lionel Messi has a never-ending love affair with records. The Argentina skipper, who won the FIFA World Cup in Qatar last year has continued to perform for Paris Saint-Germain and it doesn't look as if he is going to stop anytime soon. After winning the World Cup, many believe that Messi has surpassed his arch-rival Cristiano Ronaldo and …

Lionel Messi on cusp of another 'MASSIVE' record, set to join Cristiano Ronaldo in elite list
1 year, 10 months ago

Lionel Messi on cusp of another 'MASSIVE' record, set to join Cristiano Ronaldo in elite list

India TV News  

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are legends in their capacity and they have dominated football for more than a decade now. In 839 club games that he has played, Messi has scored 699 goals. If Lionel Messi ends up scoring against Marseille, he will be only the second footballer after Cristiano Ronaldo to join the 700-goal club as per GOAL.com. …

Lionel Messi Breaks Cristiano Ronaldo Record After Scoring In PSG's Win Over Montpellier
1 year, 11 months ago

Lionel Messi Breaks Cristiano Ronaldo Record After Scoring In PSG's Win Over Montpellier

ABP News  

Paris Saint-Germain star Lionel Messi surpassed Cristiano Ronaldo in the list of most number of goals scored by a player in Europe's top-five leagues. While Ronaldo, who is currently playing for Saudi Arabia's Al-Nassr, has 696 goals to his credit, Messi netted his 697th goal during PSG's 3-1 win over Montpellier on February 1. The team's third goal was scored …

Cristiano Ronaldo knew it was 'IMPOSSIBLE' to join a Champions League club after Man United exit
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo knew it was 'IMPOSSIBLE' to join a Champions League club after Man United exit

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo knew that it was 'practically impossible' to join a Champions League club after the bombshell interview that led to his Manchester United exit, according to reports. Cristiano Ronaldo has joined Al-Nassr in a deal making him the highest-paid player in the world Ronaldo finally signed the contract after a meeting with club president Musalli Al-Muammar From the moment …

Ronaldo vs Messi: The numbers compared
2 years, 1 month ago

Ronaldo vs Messi: The numbers compared

Al Jazeera  

Al Jazeera looks back at the careers of two of the most renowned footballers of their generation. Argentina and Paris Saint-Germain player Messi, 35, announced in October that World Cup 2022 will be his last, while the 37-year-old Portugal and Manchester United player Ronaldo has yet to comment on his international future. Internationals Ronaldo has played 191 international matches compared …

Messi stars, PSG among 4 teams advancing in Champions League
2 years, 2 months ago

Messi stars, PSG among 4 teams advancing in Champions League

Associated Press  

His first goal was a nonchalant, outside-of-the-foot finish. Lionel Messi kept up his stellar pre- World Cup form to help rampant Paris Saint-Germain become one of four teams to advance to the last 16 of the Champions League on Tuesday, along with Chelsea, Benfica and Borussia Dortmund. With perhaps the best goal of the 33 scored in the next-to-last round …

‘The truth is…’: Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois’ fiery criticism of Karim Benzema’s Ballon d’Or 2022 award
2 years, 2 months ago

‘The truth is…’: Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois’ fiery criticism of Karim Benzema’s Ballon d’Or 2022 award

Hindustan Times  

With Karim Benzema winning the Ballon d'Or 2022 award this year, it is obvious that the atmosphere in Real Madrid must be hunky-dory. The goalkeeper expressed his disappointment at finishing seventh in the Ballon d'Or standings despite winning the La Liga and Champions League. Benzema, who is also Real Madrid captain, scored 44 goals in 46 matches, including 15 in …

Ex-Barcelona superstar reveals he had 'scuffle' with Cristiano Ronaldo at Ballon d'Or ceremony
2 years, 3 months ago

Ex-Barcelona superstar reveals he had 'scuffle' with Cristiano Ronaldo at Ballon d'Or ceremony

Hindustan Times  

Two of the greatest players in the history of the beautiful game, goal machines Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo enjoyed a storied rivalry during their respective La Liga stints at FC Barcelona and Real Madrid. While Argentine stalwart Messi used to be the driving force of the Catalan giants at Camp Nou, Portugal captain Ronaldo remained Real Madrid's go-to-man for …

Lionel Messi sets TWO new Champions League records with his goal against Maccabi Haifa
2 years, 4 months ago

Lionel Messi sets TWO new Champions League records with his goal against Maccabi Haifa

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi has added two more records to his illustrious portfolio after netting the opener against Maccabi Haifa in the Champions League on Wednesday. The Argentine superstar opened the scoring in the 37th minute for Paris Saint-Germain, as the French giants went on to claim a 3-1 victory in Israel and claim top spot in Group H. Not only has …

Lionel Messi rewrites history, shatters Cristiano Ronaldo's record as PSG survive Maccabi scare in UEFA Champions League
2 years, 4 months ago

Lionel Messi rewrites history, shatters Cristiano Ronaldo's record as PSG survive Maccabi scare in UEFA Champions League

Hindustan Times  

Argentine stalwart Lionel Messi has once again etched his name into UEFA Champions League folklore as the Paris Saint Germain superstar shattered multiple records on Thursday. One of the greatest players in the history of the beautiful game, Messi surpassed his Ballon d'Or arch-rival Cristiano Ronaldo to script a spectacular record during PSG's first away game in the group stage …

Champions League talking points: Who can topple Real Madrid and Messi chases Ronaldo
2 years, 4 months ago

Champions League talking points: Who can topple Real Madrid and Messi chases Ronaldo

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Holders Real Madrid will launch their title defence …

‘Lionel Messi’s chapter isn’t over at Barcelona’: Club president Joan Laporta
2 years, 5 months ago

‘Lionel Messi’s chapter isn’t over at Barcelona’: Club president Joan Laporta

Hindustan Times  

One year ago, the football world was left stunned as Lionel Messi departed Barcelona, joining Paris Saint-Germain as a free agent ahead of the 2021-22 season. Due to financial difficulties, Barcelona and Messi couldn't agree to a contract but with the La Liga outfit now generating funds, it looks like a return for Messi could be possible. The Argentine attacker …

Ronaldo wants to quit Man United as he fears losing UCL goal record to Messi, says Tony Cascarino
2 years, 6 months ago

Ronaldo wants to quit Man United as he fears losing UCL goal record to Messi, says Tony Cascarino

Daily Mail  

Tony Cascarino feels one key reason why Cristiano Ronaldo wants to leave Manchester United might be to prevent Lionel Messi from beating his Champions League goal record. Cristiano Ronaldo has scored a record 141 goals in 187 Champions League appearances Lionel Messi scored five goals in seven Champions League games for PSG last season The 37-year-old managed six goals in …

Lionel Messi reaches this career milestone, Fans' reaction prove that he is called legend for a reason
2 years, 7 months ago

Lionel Messi reaches this career milestone, Fans' reaction prove that he is called legend for a reason

India TV News  

In Argentina's friendly match against Spain, Lionel Messi performed brilliantly. It was the first time that Messi scored five goals for Argentina and helped his team to win the match by 5-0, which also means all the goals for his team were scored by him. Highlights - After scoring his 86th goal for Argentina, Messi became the fourth-highest scorer for …

Lionel Messi draws level with Cristiano Ronaldo on international titles but can they win World Cup?
2 years, 7 months ago

Lionel Messi draws level with Cristiano Ronaldo on international titles but can they win World Cup?

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi equalled Cristiano Ronaldo's record of major international honours with Argentina's Finalissima victory on Wednesday. Lionel Messi equalled Cristiano Ronaldo's record of major international honours Argentina's two pieces of silverware over the past year have brought Messi level with rival Ronaldo on their tally of international victories. Messi deliver a masterclass performance during Argentina's Finalissima victory over Italy Ronaldo …

Real Madrid: Thierry Henry insists Karim Benzema MUST win the Ballon d'Or after Champions League
2 years, 7 months ago

Real Madrid: Thierry Henry insists Karim Benzema MUST win the Ballon d'Or after Champions League

Daily Mail  

Thierry Henry has insisted that fellow countryman Karim Benzema has to win the coveted Ballon d'Or award this year after Real Madrid won the Champions League. Thierry Henry claimed fellow Frenchman Karim Benzema has to win the Ballon d'Or Henry told the Ballon d'Or judges to 'close the vote' because 'Benzema won it' on Saturday "Close the votes, Benzema won …

Karim Benzema is one of football's all-time greats and Real Madrid star deserves a Ballon d'Or
2 years, 10 months ago

Karim Benzema is one of football's all-time greats and Real Madrid star deserves a Ballon d'Or

Daily Mail  

Not Lionel Messi the six-times Ballon d'Or winner, not Neymar, and not Kylian Mbappe, bound for Madrid and out to sign off in Paris with a Champions League win. Karim Benzema delivered his greatest Real Madrid performance with a hat-trick in the victory over PSG on Wednesday night to see his side through to the Champions League quarter-finals The Frenchman …

How has Messi’s life-altering shift to Paris panned out?
2 years, 11 months ago

How has Messi’s life-altering shift to Paris panned out?

The Hindu  

It has been a challenging eight months for Lionel Messi. Despite savouring sweet success — Argentina’s Copa America triumph, after which he said, “I needed to remove from myself the thorn of achieving something with the national team”, and a record-extending seventh Ballon d’Or — the 34-year-old has dealt with the most tumultuous period of his professional career: the end …

'I've never tried to be the best', says Messi after seventh Ballon d'Or win
3 years, 1 month ago

'I've never tried to be the best', says Messi after seventh Ballon d'Or win

The Hindu  

Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi said he is grateful to be named among the greatest players in world soccer, but the Argentina forward stressed he does not attach too much importance to individual glory. Messi won the Ballon d'Or award for a record-stretching seventh time on Monday, beating Bayern Munich forward Robert Lewandowski and Chelsea midfielder Jorginho to be named …

Cristiano Ronaldo hits back at claim he wants to beat Lionel Messi's Ballon d'Or haul
3 years, 1 month ago

Cristiano Ronaldo hits back at claim he wants to beat Lionel Messi's Ballon d'Or haul

Firstpost  

Pascal Ferre, the editor in chief of France Football, was quoted in the New York Times recently saying Ronaldo told him his primary motivation was to retire having won the accolade more often than his old rival Messi. London, United Kingdom: Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo has hit back at a “disrespectful” claim that his only remaining ambition is to …

Ballon d’Or 2021 LIVE results as Lionel Messi beats Robert Lewandowski and Jorginho to make history
3 years, 1 month ago

Ballon d’Or 2021 LIVE results as Lionel Messi beats Robert Lewandowski and Jorginho to make history

The Independent  

✕ Close Lionel Messi speaks after winning record seventh Ballon d'Or Lionel Messi has won the men’s 2021 Ballon d’Or, and a record seventh trophy, at an awards ceremony in Paris on Monday evening. Messi, 34, held off the challenge of Bayern Munich’s Robert Lewandowski, Real Madrid’s Karim Benzema and Chelsea’s Jorginho to collect the prize and move two clear …

Lionel Messi and Alexia Putellas win Ballon d’Or awards
3 years, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi and Alexia Putellas win Ballon d’Or awards

Associated Press  

PARIS — Lionel Messi won the men’s Ballon d’Or for a record-extending seventh time on Monday, ending the year in style after a brilliant final season with Barcelona and earning his first major international trophy with Argentina. I’d like to thank all my teammates at Barcelona and Argentina.” Messi finished with 613 points to top prolific Bayern Munich and Poland …

Ballon d'Or 2021: Messi wins record seventh Ballon d'Or, Putellas takes women's honour
3 years, 1 month ago

Ballon d'Or 2021: Messi wins record seventh Ballon d'Or, Putellas takes women's honour

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi won his record seventh men's Ballon d'Or award on Monday beating the likes of Robert Lewandowski and rival Cristiano Ronaldo to the prize in Paris. I'd like to thank all my teammates at Barcelona and Argentina.” “I would like to say to Robert that it's an honor to be your rival, and everyone would say you deserved to …

Cristiano Ronaldo dismisses ‘lies’ over Ballon d’Or and Lionel Messi motivation
3 years, 1 month ago

Cristiano Ronaldo dismisses ‘lies’ over Ballon d’Or and Lionel Messi motivation

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Cristiano Ronaldo has dismissed claims from a French …

Cristiano Ronaldo's 'only ambition is to finish his career with more Ballon D'or than Lionel Messi'
3 years, 1 month ago

Cristiano Ronaldo's 'only ambition is to finish his career with more Ballon D'or than Lionel Messi'

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo's greatest ambition is to retire having won the Ballon d'Or more times than his long-time rival Lionel Messi. Ronaldo is a five-time Ballon d'Or winner and has been nominated the most with a record 17 times but remains one behind Messi. Cristiano Ronaldo's greatest ambition is to win the Ballon d'Or more than his rival Lionel Messi The …

UEFA Champions League: Ronaldo's brace earns United a late point against Atalanta
3 years, 2 months ago

UEFA Champions League: Ronaldo's brace earns United a late point against Atalanta

The Hindu  

Cristiano Ronaldo scored two, including a stoppage-time equaliser, as Manchester United came from behind twice to earn a 2-2 draw away to Atalanta in the Champions League on Tuesday. The 36-year-old Ronaldo has now scored five goals in four games for United in this Champions League campaign and has nine in 11 outings for the club this season. Atalanta took …

UEFA Champions League: Messi scores twice to rescue PSG in 3-2 win over Leipzig
3 years, 2 months ago

UEFA Champions League: Messi scores twice to rescue PSG in 3-2 win over Leipzig

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi scored twice in quick succession, including an exquisite Panenka-style penalty, to rescue Paris Saint-Germain as it rallied to beat Leipzig 3-2 in the Champions League after being dominated for long spells on Tuesday. They have all come in the Champions League, with Kylian Mbappe setting up the first two and winning the penalty for Messi's winner against Leipzig …

Messi, Ronaldo in contention for Ballon d’Or
3 years, 3 months ago

Messi, Ronaldo in contention for Ballon d’Or

The Hindu  

Six-time winner Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, a five-time victor, were among the 30 names revealed on Friday for the Ballon d’Or award. The serial favourites face competition that includes Kylian Mbappe, Neymar, Karim Benzema, Jorginho and N’Golo Kante who are also considered as leading runners in the list unveiled by France Football magazine. French champions PSG can boast Messi, …

Ballon d'Or Nominations: Will Lewandowski Finally Win 'The Golden Ball' Over Cristiano Ronaldo & Leo Messi?
3 years, 3 months ago

Ballon d'Or Nominations: Will Lewandowski Finally Win 'The Golden Ball' Over Cristiano Ronaldo & Leo Messi?

ABP News  

Ballon d'Or Top 30 Nominations: The Ballon d'Or, which is often referred to as the European Footballer of the Year award will be presented this year in November. Lionel Messi & Cristiano Ronaldo are both in the fray to win the award, for the seventh and sixth time, respectively. Apart from Messi, Ronaldo and Lewandowski, Ering Haaland, Karim Benzema, Mohammed …

Ballon d'Or: Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo in contention; Megan Rapinoe misses out
3 years, 3 months ago

Ballon d'Or: Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo in contention; Megan Rapinoe misses out

Firstpost  

Messi and Ronaldo face competition that includes Kylian Mbappe, Neymar, Karim Benzema, Jorginho and N’Golo Kante who are also considered as leading runners in the list unveiled by France Football magazine. The serial favourites face competition that includes Kylian Mbappe, Neymar, Karim Benzema, Jorginho and N’Golo Kante who are also considered as leading runners in the list unveiled by France …

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