What does Maradona think of Messi?

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.

What did Maradona say about Messi?

Messi has scaled similar heights, as a six-time Ballon d'Or winner, and will also go down in history as one of the greatest players to ever lace up a pair of boots. Maradona Jr added: "I adore Messi, I love him. "There has never been one in the history of football that has his quality.

Does Maradona love Messi?

"Out of respect for Leo I don't say if he's better or I was better," Maradona said of Messi. "You have to leave him alone. "I love him very much and I enjoy it when I see him on the pitch. He is a good person.

Who does Maradona think is better Messi or Ronaldo?

In a brilliant summing up of the situation, Maradona said that he would take Messi's side. He also said that he wished Cristiano Ronaldo were Argentine. "I prefer Messi to Cristiano Ronaldo but I acknowledge that the latter is an animal," Maradona said, as quoted by SportBible. "I wish he was Argentine.

Are Maradona and Messi friends?

The two Argentine players, who are at Barça and Manchester City, both had a special relationship with Maradona, who is the grandfather of Kun's son. "He may have left us but he isn't gone because Diego is eternal," was how Messi say goodbye to Maradona, who died from heart failure on Wednesday.

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 prefer between Messi and Ronaldo?

In an interview with 'SporTV', Pele revealed he would choose Messi over Ronaldo, admitting his disappointment at only having two players to pick from. "It's sad that you have only two players in the world to choose from," he said.

Who was better Maradona or Messi?

A seven-time Ballon d'Or winner, Messi has produced countless moments of genius throughout his illustrious career with Barcelona, Argentina and Paris Saint-Germain. An ultra-consistent performer, Messi has scored almost 800 career goals for club and country. Maradona, by comparison, scored fewer than 400 career goals.

Who scored more goals Messi or Maradona?

Lionel Messi has scored a total of 324 goals in 388 appearances for Barcelona compared to Maradona, who over his entire career scored a similar amount of goals in club football with 311, but took just over 200 more appearances to score them.

Is Aguero related to Messi?

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.

Did Messi and Maradona close?

They have since played together in other charity games too and retained a close relationship after Maradona's spell in charge of the national team. While it is often argued who the greatest footballer of all time is, Messi has no doubts.

Who is the best dribbler in history?

Diego Maradona

Maradona tops our list as the best ever dribbler for many reasons. While Messi is closing ever nearer to the same hights as his Argentinian counterpart, Maradona was the master of dribbling.

Who is God of football in 2018?

'God of Football' is a pretty apt nickname for Lionel Messi.

Did Maradona say Messi has no personality?

"He is a good person, but he has no personality. He doesn't have much personality, like how to be a leader," Maradona bluntly said.

Who did Pele say best player?

Pele Says Lionel Messi, Not Cristiano Ronaldo, Best Player in Last 10 Years. The debate surrounding the greatness of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo may never reach a consensus. That said, Pele, one of the greatest players to ever step on the pitch, believes the edge goes to the Barcelona and Argentina stalwart.

Did Pele say Messi is the best?

"I think he's the best, because he's more consistent. You can't forget about [Lionel] Messi, of course, but he's not a striker.”

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.

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 Messi agueros son's godfather?

4- Family ties. Sergio Agüero married the daughter of the late-great Diego Maradona, and their son, born in 2009 and called Benjamín, also has a very special godfather: Leo Messi.

Why is Sergio Kun?

The nickname “Kun” is taken from a Japanese cartoon he used to watch as a child, where the main character was called 'Kum-Kum'. He was said to have looked like Kum Kum and the nickname just stuck.

Is Maradona Messi Godfather?

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