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Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by mubarakopeyemi(m): 6:58am On Sep 08, 2014 |
These two legends are unarguably the current world's greatest footballers and Debates hasn't stopped on Which of these two is greater. When Barcelona meet Real Madrid the biggest subplot is the battle of Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo was the world’s most expensive player when Real signed him for $131 in the summer of 2009. Prior to that he had been signed by Manchester United from Sporting Lisbon as an 18-year-old. They are two of the highest paid soccer players in the world game. Messi has a release clause of $400 million and his rise to the top could not contrast more starkly to that of Ronaldo. The Argentinean left Newell’s Old Boys for Barcelona at the age of 13, with the club paying for treatment on a growth hormone deficiency that threatened to stunt his progress. In 2012 he became the club's record goalscorer at the age of just 24. Each player has won the World Player of the Year award, and has scored in a Champions League final. Ronaldo says it is like comparing a "Ferrari with a Porsche", but who is the best? Goalscoring Ability Since the appearance of Messi and Ronaldo on the scene, La Liga's Pichichi trophy for top scorer has only been about two players. Perhaps driven on, as Ronaldo alludes to, by the need to make both themselves and their team evermore formidable, the two stars have taken hitting the back of the net to new, almost unimaginable levels. The numbers barely separate them. Messi has netted 315 goals in 381 games for Barcelona, since making his debut back in the 2004/05 season. Ronaldo averages a perfect one per game in Merengue ranks, with 201 in 201. This would appear to give the Portuguese a slight edge, but take into account that Messi's total includes the first four seasons of his professional career, when even as a precocious teenager he was still learning his trade. This was a phase also experienced by his rival, who was in his sixth year as a professional when first recording a goal every two games in league football. Ronaldo is the consummate poacher in front of goal and strong enough to make him a fearsome prospect for any defence. Messi's ability to score from across the pitch, however, and coolness in defining shots, means that he comes out as the best goalscorer in this analysis. The Final Verdict In some ways, Cristiano Ronaldo suffers from rotten luck. Strong, quick, deadly in front of goal and with the ability to do the spectacular and clean up from close in order to score, in most generations he would undoubtedly be lauded as a cut above the rest. Unfortunately for him, he shares the credits and La Liga with Messi. Both the Argentine's talents and his humble approach put him slightly above the Madrid star and leave no doubt that he is the best player on the planet. But Hate and Favoritism Aside, based on Reality, Who do you think is better? Messi or Cr7. As for me, I chose Messi. 4 Likes
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Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by Lily4star(f): 8:32am On Sep 08, 2014 |
Seriously as a Man U fan and one of Ronaldo's favourite I could be tempted to go with Ronaldo, but I don't wana be biased, both re living legends already, I ll give my verdict when both ve ended their careers. For now they re just both too good to take sides. Imagine if Ronaldo had played for Brazil, he would ve been more successful than he is now with Portugal. In all they re both great players that I can't just take sides. 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by mubarakopeyemi(m): 3:52pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
Lily4star, what if you're in a situation whereby you're left with no choice than to chose one of them. |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by mubarakopeyemi(m): 3:56pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
You have to chose just one of them |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by Lily4star(f): 4:57pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
mubarakopeyemi: Lily4star, what if you're in a situation whereby you're left with no choice than to chose one of them. I just said I can't pick one, its like comparing a Ferrari with a Porsche or Maradonna and Pele, they re both great players 2 Likes |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by buskie13(m): 5:12pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
I love the master of football with the number '7' hanging on his jersey ....and yes,I LOVE CRISTIANO RONALDO 2 Likes |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by mubarakopeyemi(m): 7:00pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
Good one |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by Segadem(m): 7:25pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
buskie13: I love the master of football with the number '7' hanging on his jersey ....and yes,I LOVE CRISTIANO RONALDOu mean d proud one? Me like d humble one, though I hate the club he plays for with a passion. 1 Like |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by buskie13(m): 8:14pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
Segadem: u mean d proud one?which humble Ronaldo u dey refer to? all i know is Cristiano Roronaldo |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by mubarakopeyemi(m): 9:01pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
buskie13: which humble Ronaldo u dey refer to? Lol hello sir, the humble one is messi. |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by mubarakopeyemi(m): 9:02pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
Segadem: u mean d proud one? Why do you hate barcelona naa, don't hate my club oo |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by tuffgongjo(m): 9:38pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
Segadem: u mean d proud one?Messi humble?shows u only watch the game u don't read d news of d game. 1 Like |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by mubarakopeyemi(m): 10:17pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
tuffgongjo: Messi humble?shows u only watch the game u don't read d news of d game. Even if u ask the devil, he'd tell u Messi is more Humble, Ronaldo brags a lot |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by tuffgongjo(m): 10:22pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
mubarakopeyemi:that is his on nature$he has something to back it,I think its better than a Pretender. |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by mubarakopeyemi(m): 10:39pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
tuffgongjo: that is his on nature$he has something to back it,I think its better than a Pretender. Messi doesn't pretends, he's truly and really Humble, everyone knows it. We're not talking with favoritism. 1 Like |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by tuffgongjo(m): 10:41pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
mubarakopeyemi:then it beats me why they call him d "Little Dictator". |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by mubarakopeyemi(m): 10:48pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
tuffgongjo: then it beats me why they call him d "Little Dictator". Who is little dictator? Messi? |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by tuffgongjo(m): 10:52pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
mubarakopeyemi:Yea |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by buskie13(m): 1:00am On Sep 09, 2014 |
mubarakopeyemi:haba Na...u call Messiless Messi humble...no go there o....but not that Messi doesn't do wonders o...I like him but na Cristiano na sure pass for me |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by mubarakopeyemi(m): 2:34am On Sep 09, 2014 |
buskie13: haba Na...u call Messiless Messi humble...no go there o....but not that Messi doesn't do wonders o...I like him but na Cristiano na sure pass for me Haha, okay sir |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by Lucasbalo(m): 5:01am On Sep 09, 2014 |
Lily4star:It's easy because I will take Ferrari over Porsche and will take Pele over Maradona. So, therefore my choice is simply Messi. 3 Likes |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by Lily4star(f): 7:10am On Sep 09, 2014 |
Lucasbalo: It's easy because I will take Ferrari over Porsche and will take Pele over Maradona. So, therefore my choice is simply Messi. Good for you 1 Like |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by mcdreeezy: 11:54am On Sep 09, 2014 |
mubarakopeyemi: These two legends are unarguably the current world's greatest footballers and Debates hasn't stopped on Which of these two is greater.You just said it all OP. CR7 is a great player but Messi is simply outta this world, and yes, Messi is better at the round-leather game than CR7! #ViscaBarça!! #MésQueUnClub!!! 1 Like |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by Lily4star(f): 12:10pm On Sep 09, 2014 |
mcdreeezy: You just said it all OP. CR7 is a great player but Messi is simply outta this world, and yes, Messi is better at the round-leather game than CR7! #ViscaBarça!! #MésQueUnClub!!! Lemme state the difference between Messi and CR7 Messi is a born talent, born with the gift of football, the way some peeps re born with the gift of Art, singing and the rest. But CR7, is a hardworker, he worked his a..sse off to get to the top, and his hardwork really paid off for him. All thesame I appreciate both of them, they re both great players. 2 Likes |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by mcdreeezy: 12:24pm On Sep 09, 2014 |
Lily4star:You've got a point right there ma'am |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by mubarakopeyemi(m): 6:37pm On Sep 09, 2014 |
mcdreeezy: You've got a point right there ma'amYea she does |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by naturalwaves: 8:48pm On Sep 09, 2014 |
They are both excellent but Ronaldo still edges out Messi slightly. 1)Messi has a better acceleration but Ronaldo has a better velocity........Balanced 2) Aerial ability: Ronaldo beats Messi hands down in this regard......Ronaldo wins 3) Shot power: Ronaldo has a better shot power than Messi. He has been known to score several screamers from distance..........Ronaldo wins 4) Accuracy in front of goal: Messi seems to be more accurate in front of goal.........Messi wins. 5) Ball control: They are both masters of this......Balanced. 6)Team play:Messi is better than Ronaldo in this regard...........Messi wins. 7) Foot dexterity: Messi is one legged, Ronaldo can fire canons from both feet. No of goals: Messi has a higher number of goals than Ronaldo in La Liga based on the number of games he has played but Ronaldo has a better goal ratio.If he plays same game as Messi going at this rate, he will exceed Messi's goals. I give it to Christiano Ronaldo. 8 Likes |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by Lily4star(f): 8:53pm On Sep 09, 2014 |
naturalwaves: They are both excellent but Ronaldo still edges out Messi slightly. Nice analyses, no arguments Deary. 100likes 4 Likes |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by Debroslink: 10:35pm On Sep 09, 2014 |
naturalwaves: They are both excellent but Ronaldo still edges out Messi slightly. You failed to add the followings: 9) Dribbles: Both are great dribblers, but Messi has the edge over Ronaldo on this. Messi 10) Discipline: Messi is more disciplined than Ronaldo in the area of being cautioned. Messi has NEVER received a red card. 11) Free Kicks: Both are fantastic free kick takers. However, Messi has a better conversion rate than Ronaldo. Judging by these 11 evaluations, Messi is ahead of Ronaldo. 6 Likes |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by RaphaellaDD(f): 11:28pm On Sep 09, 2014 |
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Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by naturalwaves: 12:34am On Sep 10, 2014 |
Debroslink: Okay sir, Let's see...... Debroslink: 9) Dribbles: Both are great dribblers, but Messi has the edge over Ronaldo on this. Messi Well, the dribbling thing is a bit technical. Because Messi is closer to the ground, gravity works better for him and so can maneuver better in close compact dribbles while Ronaldo is better in open dribbles. Well, Messi wins in this. Debroslink: 10) Discipline: Messi is more disciplined than Ronaldo in the area of being cautioned. Messi has NEVER received a red card. Sir, the argument is basically about performance and not attitude but I will still look at this point.Ronaldo has got more yellow cards than Messi too and you know why? Messi hardly attempts to intercept passes or defend. Whenever the ball isn't with him, he just walks or strolls on the pitch while waiting for his team mates to get the ball and give it back to him. So, Ronaldo is better defensively but because, he isn't a professional at that, makes a lot of mistakes with his timing and there is no how you will defend without being carded.So, defensively,...... Ronaldo wins. Debroslink: 11) Free Kicks: Both are fantastic free kick takers. However, Messi has a better conversion rate than Ronaldo. Well, in recent times, yes! Overtime, No! I feel this is still balanced.The number of dead balls Ronaldo has converted be it penalties or freekicks is still higher than that of Messi but Messi has had a better conversion rate in recent times and that is why I am leaving this balanced. Debroslink:Judging by the counter points evaluation, I still give it to Ronaldo. The edge he has is a very very minute one though. 1 Like |
Re: Lionel Messi V Christiano Ronaldo by naturalwaves: 12:40am On Sep 10, 2014 |
Lily4star:Thanks sweets. I love it when women follow football. |
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