Messi Sparks Debate by Leaving Out Ronaldo from List of Role Models
Lionel Messi recently caused controversy by excluding Cristiano Ronaldo from a list of players he believes kids should look up to. In an interview, Messi named Lamine Yamal, Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Jr., Robert Lewandowski, and Erling Haaland as inspirations.
Lionel Messi recently caused controversy by excluding Cristiano Ronaldo from a list of players he believes kids should look up to. In an interview, Messi named Lamine Yamal, Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Jr., Robert Lewandowski, and Erling Haaland as inspirations. His omission of Ronaldo has sparked fresh debates among fans, reigniting the Messi-Ronaldo rivalry.
After the recent interview with Lionel Messi, a fresh debate has emerged as the Argentine star omitted Cristiano Ronaldo from his list of five players kids should admire. In a chat with Simplemente Futbol, Messi listed players like Lamine Yamal, Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr., Robert Lewandowski, and Erling Haaland, but did not mention Ronaldo, despite their long-standing rivalry in football.
This omission sparked controversy among fans and social media users, reigniting the Messi-Ronaldo debate. Messi did, however, praise 17-year-old Lamine Yamal, calling him “impressive” and acknowledging his early success, including being a European champion with Spain.
Regarding his own career, Messi reflected on his potential participation in the 2026 World Cup, noting the importance of playing consistently and staying injury-free as he approaches the next tournament. This latest comment by Messi has sparked fresh conversations about his relationship with Ronaldo and the shifting dynamics in world football, especially as the younger generation like Mbappe and Yamal continues to rise in prominence.
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