Cristiano Ronaldo has once again surprised with his statements about Lionel Messi, making it clear that their supposed rivalry never truly existed. In a recent interview with journalist Edu Aguirre, the Portuguese star revealed that during their multiple encounters at award ceremonies,

Cristiano Ronaldo said he is "the most complete player to have existed," saying he respects fans who prefer Lionel Messi, Pelé or Diego Maradona, but arguing that statistics back up his claim. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner,

Cristiano Ronaldo has always had an individual rivalry with Lionel Messi, whether that is in terms of goals scored, assists, or the trophies they have won. Now