lionel Messi, a living legend of modern soccer, has opened up about his eternal rival, Cristiano Ronaldo. The two have battled at the pinnacle of world soccer for the past two decades, coining the phrase “The Messi Wars. messi’s interview about the respect and relationship behind that fierce rivalry has captured the attention of soccer fans around the world.
lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have defined an era, sharing countless trophies and individual awards, but their La Liga battles between 2009 and 2018, when Messi played for FC Barcelona and Ronaldo for Real Madrid, are considered one of the greatest rivalries in soccer history.
@original source: SI
messi recalls: “The rivalry with him only existed on the pitch”
in a recent interview with DSports, Messi clearly defined the relationship between the two. he recalled that on the field, they gave everything for each other’s teams, but off the field, they were normal individuals who respected each other.
“Not friends, but we always respected each other”
messi expressed his deep admiration for Ronaldo’s career and current form, and his remarks were infused with genuine respect for his rival.
“I have a lot of respect for Cristiano Ronaldo, for the career he’s had and the way he’s still competing at the highest level,” he said
“We can’t be called friends because we don’t spend time together, but off the field we have always treated each other with respect.”
@original source: SI
the unfinished legend: toward the 2026 World Cup
despite being 38 and 40 years old respectively, Messi and Ronaldo are still irreplaceable key players for their respective clubs and national teams. if both superstars maintain their current form, there’s a good chance that the final chapter of their epic journey will take place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North and Central America in two years’ time.
conclusion: The legacy of a great rivalry
lionel Messi’s interview shows how their rivalry pushed each other to become greater players. the mutual respect that existed amidst the intensity makes their rivalry even more special. soccer fans are already looking forward to the 2026 World Cup, which could be the last time these two legends will compete.
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