What did Maradona say about Messi?

"Exactly, many players, many..." replied Maradona once again. "In 1970, there was Rivelino. I was speaking about Messi, the Argentina of Messi. He said that Messi is a great player, there is no doubt, but he has no personality," three time World Cup winner Pele finished saying.

What did Maradona say about Messi and Ronaldo?

"I prefer Messi to Cristiano Ronaldo but I acknowledge that the latter is an animal," Maradona explained. "I wish he was Argentine. He's incredible. He makes me think of Gabriel Batistuta.

What did Messi say about Maradona death?

"It seems like yesterday, I have a strange feeling," Messi said. "It feels incredible that a year has passed already and, without him here, Argentina are again champions [of the Copa America] after so many years.

Who does Maradona think is better Messi or Ronaldo?

Guardiola. Argentina legend Diego Maradona believes Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are on the "same level" in terms of quality, but he says goalkeepers are more afraid of the Real Madrid man.

Are Maradona and Messi friends?

"I am happy that he speaks well of me, of us," Messi said. "We know all that he means, what he is to Argentines, and that he supports us fundamentally, because what he says people listen to, and it is good that he is with this group. What he says is sacred word." There was no friendship between the two, that's true.

Is Sergio Aguero related to Maradona?

Few people have a footballing family tree as healthy and flowering as Benjamin Aguero, the son of former Manchester City striker Sergio, and grandson of Argentina legend Diego Maradona.

Does Pele prefer Messi or Ronaldo?

Pele thinks Cristiano Ronaldo is better than rival Lionel Messi - because Ronaldo is 'more consistent' than his longtime rival. Messi and Ronaldo have been inseparable since breaking onto the scene over a decade ago.

Who does Pele like more Messi or Ronaldo?

Speaking to YouTube channel Pilhado via Daily Mail, Pele said, "Today the best player in the world is Cristiano Ronaldo. I think he's the best, because he's more consistent, but you can't forget about [Lionel] Messi, of course, but he's not a striker."

Who was better Maradona or Messi?

In terms of pure numbers, Messi is the clear winner. He has won 10 league titles to Maradona's three and 24 domestic trophies to Diego's eight. Messi also has 10 continental and international club crowns to Maradona's one. For the national team, Messi has not won a senior title whereas Maradona claimed the World Cup.

Did Messi play with Maradona?

When Lionel Messi And Diego Maradona Played Together And It Was Magic. Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi are both considered to be two of the greatest footballers of all time and back in 2005 the pair shared the pitch together.

Did Pele congratulate Ronaldo?

Pele has congratulated Cristiano Ronaldo for surpassing his goal-scoring tally after the Portugal international scored a hat-trick in Juventus' 3-1 Serie A win over Cagliari on Sunday.

Who is better Ronaldo or Messi?

While Ronaldo currently has more goals overall, Messi has the edge in the scoring department, with a higher season average (39.5 to 35), having hit a high of 73 goals in 2011-12.

Who does Ronaldo think is the best player?

He will remain one of the best, like Messi.” Speaking of the chance to make a dream signing now, Ronaldo firmly had his eyes set on Paris Saint-Germain superstar Kylian Mbappe. “I would sign Mbappe, he is the one who most reminds me of me and my playing times,” he said.

Is Pele the goat of football?

Pele is the clear winner in all criteria. His three-time World Cup-winning feat, from four World Cup appearances, is unlikely to be matched. Pele scored a Guinness World Record 1279 goals in 1363 games and also collected the following personal records along the way: Youngest winner of a World Cup.

Who is No 1 football player in the world?

Lionel Messi, FC Barcelona

For over a decade, La Pulga Atómica (Atomic Flea) has remained at the top of this list. In fact, sensational stats and the season have become second nature to him. For any player, it's the season of a lifetime. For Lionel Messi, it was business as usual.

What did Pele say about cr7?

Pele tweeted a picture of him with Cristiano on Instagram in March after the striker netted a hat-trick while still with former club Juventus to take him past the Brazilian legend's 767 career goals tally and wrote: “What a beautiful journey you are having! "I admire you a lot and this is no secret to anyone.

How many goals did Messi score?

Messi has scored over 750 senior career goals for club and country, and has the most goals by a player for a single club.

Is Messi Aguero's son's godfather?

Benjamin Aguero - Father: Sergio Aguero. Grandfather: Diego Maradona. Godfather: Leo Messi.

Is Sergio Aguero and Messi related?

Sergio Aguero and Lionel Messi's friendship is no secret, with the latter being the godfather to the former's son, Benjamin - a classy tribute from not just a fellow footballer, but a true friend to the Manchester City legend.

Is Thiago Messi related to Maradona?

Even his grandfather Diego Maradona expects great things from Aguero Jr. and Thiago, son of Lionel Messi. In 2012, the legendary Argentinean said, “"One of them will have to play as a midfielder.

Who has more goals Messi or Pele?

That was Messi's sixth goal for PSG since joining them in the summer which, added to the 672 he scored for Barcelona and the 80 he has so far netted for Argentina, took his career total to date to 758, moving him past Brazil great Pele's tally of 757 goals scored in "official" matches (more on that later).