Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi? What Carles Puyol said

April 19, 2023

Who does Carles Puyol think is better between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo?

When considering the clubs both played for and Puyol’s career, it is easy to predict where the ex-Spanish defender’s loyalty lies in the GOAT debate. 

In a 2017 interview, the Barcelona legend was asked who he thought was better between the duo, and he stated that the current Paris Saint-Germain attacker was better than the Al-Nassr striker.

Ronaldo and Messi used to play for Real Madrid and Barca, respectively, at that time. Puyol, who was teammates with Messi and played against Ronaldo, said:

“Ronaldo is one of the best players in the history of the game, but Messi is better. The competitiveness and rivalry between them is very intense, and I think that has helped to improve them both because neither man relaxes. For me, Messi is the best.”

He added:

“I have played with him, and he has given me so much happiness. He is always improving and has been consistent for ten years. I actually think that he gets better with every season, and that is because of the passion he has. I hope that he wins something with his country. That would mean that aside from winning with his club, he will have won everything with everyone.”

Puyol’s words proved prophetic, as Messi has tasted success in international football, winning three titles, including the FIFA World Cup in Qatar last year.

The Argentine international and his Portuguese rival have given fans innumerable memories to treasure over the years. Despite being in their late 30s, the duo continue to take centre stage in world football, with Messi instrumental to PSG’s league chase while Ronaldo plays for Al-Nassr.  

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