Ronaldo Unfazed by Rooney’s Messi Preference: ‘I Respect Him’

Cristiano Ronaldo dismisses anyissue withWayne Rooney’s declaration of Lionel Messi as the greatest footballer of all time. In an interview with Piers Morgan, Ronaldo stated, “I have no problem with [Rooney’s preference]… He can choose whoever he wants.”

Ronaldo added, “I have nothing against him. It’s okay, it’s not a problem for me. I respect him and I thank him for what he said about me. – Cristiano Ronaldo

Ronaldo and Rooney were a formidable duo at Manchester United, but Ronaldo clarified that they weren’t close friends off the pitch. “We had a good relationship, but we are not ‘friends’ in the strict sense. When I refer to friends, it is a very, very, very deep word.”

Rooney’s Messi Preference

Rooney consistently chooses Messi when asked about the best player in history. “Cristiano Ronaldo or Messi? Messi. They are both probably the two best footballers who have ever played, but I simply believe that Messi is, in my eyes, the greatest of all time.”

In Summary

• Cristiano Ronaldo has no issue with Wayne Rooney’s Messi preference, expressing respect and gratitude.
• Rooney maintains Messi is the greatest footballer in history.
• Ronaldo clarifies his relationship with Rooney; they had a good rapport but aren’t close friends.

Ronaldo’s classy response to Rooney’s Messi preference serves as a testament to his professionalism and sportsmanship. While opinions on football’s greatest players remain subjective, both Ronaldo and Rooney continue to be respected figures in the global football community.