Cristiano Ronaldo has boldly claimed he is "the most complete player to have existed," acknowledging fans who prefer Lionel Messi, Pelé, or Diego Maradona but asserting that statistics validate his argument.

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 “does not really believe” that he is better than rival Lionel Messi despite publically claiming that he is the “greatest of all times,” revealed a body language expert.According to GOAL,

The debate over who is the Greatest of All Time (GOAT) in football between Messi and Ronaldo has and will remain to be one of the most passionate.

Cristiano Ronaldos extraordinary achievements have firmly established him in this elite conversation, alongside his long-time rival Lionel Messi, Argentine legend Diego Maradona, and Brazilian icon Pele.

Both athletes have competed against each other multiple times in both club and international matches. While Ronaldo has 915 career goals and 256 assists in 1,254 appearances, Messi has 850 goals and 379 assists in 1,083 appearances. However, Messi has more Ballon d'Or best player awards (eight) than Ronaldo (five).

Cristiano Ronaldo didn't hesitate when asked who the true GOAT is as the Portuguese superstar weighed in on his rivalry with Lionel Messi. Ahead of turning 40 on Wednesday, Ronaldo sat down with Edu Aguirre for an in-depth interview with the El Chiringuito de Jugones programme.

Ronaldo expressed that while he respects opinions about preferring Messi, Pele, or Maradona, he believes it is a lie to say he isn't the most complete player. He confidently stated that he sees no one better than himself and truly believes that from the heart.

While Ronaldo's staggering records speaks volume of his talent, his biggest contemporary Lionel Messi is regarded by many as better than the Portuguese. While the question still looms large among fans of both the players, Ronaldo in an interview with Spanish media outlet LaSexta TV claimed him as the "best player in football history".

Ronaldo, who has now surpassed 920 career goals, has always adopted the mindset that nobody is better than him but back in early 2016, the former Manchester United and Real Madrid superstar did acknowledge the one department where Messi has the upper and.

Cristiano Ronaldo has disclosed that he remains the best in footballing history as he dismissed the debate suggesting Pele, Lionel Messi or Diego Maradona.