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Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by AImiron: 10:31am On Sep 05, 2023
Lionel Messi's consistent standout performances in the American continent are dispelling the reservations many people once had concerning the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner.

This shift also includes legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson's perspective in the context of comparing Messi to Cristiano Ronaldo.

As a result, Inter Miami have secured a spot in the CONCACAF Champions Cup by virtue of their qualification for the league's cup final, marking yet another groundbreaking achievement within the club's five-year history.

Proving himself beyond the comforts of Barcelona was a feat some questioned whether Messi could accomplish, even including the esteemed Sir Alex Ferguson among the sceptics.

Back then, Messi had solely represented one club, Barcelona, in La Liga. On the other hand, Ronaldo had an extensive history, playing for Sporting Lisbon in Portugal, Manchester United in England, Real Madrid in Spain, and Juventus in Italy.

Ronaldo's remarkable journey encompassed not only various countries and clubs, but his exceptional performance in each league underscored his extraordinary skill and adaptability, demonstrating his prowess across diverse countries and competitions.

Ferguson on Messi vs Ronaldo

According to The Mirror, Ex-Manchester United's iconic manager, Sir Alex Ferguson, shared his thoughts in 2015 on the highly debated Messi vs Ronaldo topic, stating:

"People say, 'Who is the best player in the world?' And plenty of people quite rightly say Messi - you can't dispute that opinion. But Ronaldo could play for Millwall, Queens Park Rangers, Doncaster Rovers… anyone, and score a hat-trick in a game. I'm not sure Messi could do it. Ronaldo's got two feet; he's quick, great in the air, he's brave - Messi's brave, of course. I think Messi's a Barcelona player."

MESSI PROVES SIR ALEX FERGUSON WRONG

The sheer numbers Messi has amassed since entering the league have shattered this notion.

Leo Messsi has played 11 matches for Inter Miami, the Argentine has netted 11 goals and provided 5 assists.

He also won league’s cup, he was the best player in the tournament and the first ever trophy for his new club. It should be noted that Inter Miami is worst team in the MLS before Messi joined them. Recently, they defeated the reigning champions of the MLS(LAFC) at home, the matched end 3-1.

Its a great feeling that SAF is alive to eat his words, this old man is a glorified local champion. He managed one club throughout his career, yet he has a problem with a player playing solely for a club. What an hypocrite!! This is the same Messi that cost his team 2 UEFA champions league finals.


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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by TemplarLandry: 10:32am On Sep 05, 2023
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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by Akacollins7: 10:35am On Sep 05, 2023
I don't know how you people view league, after him leaving his mama home Barcelona where thing is throw/given to him to PSG, what happened with all the big players there at end he can't find his feet. And was throw out and no body talked about his spell in PSG. Now he find him self in a league of people that doesn't know there gender, you'll think is eleven men against eleven men, but it's seven female and four male in a team. It's an insulting to compare CR7 to him. Ronaldo have conquer many countries so. I'm not fan of any, truth be told. Even the world cup is still under questions

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by Treasure17(m): 10:42am On Sep 05, 2023
So the PR competition in Miami is proving yourself in another club? You playing right? Mtcheeew.

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by OJEEMAH(m): 11:07am On Sep 05, 2023
Treasure17:
So the PR competition in Miami is proving yourself in another club? You playing right? Mtcheeew.
What Messi achieved from junior to senior level with Argentina is enough prove cos he didn’t win them with Barcelona

He won U20 World
He won Olympics Gold Medal
He won Copa America
And also won them the World Cup

Do you know the interesting thing?

Messi was Golden ball winner in the World Cup
Copa America Player of the Tournament, Top Scorer & Assist
Most Valuable Player in U20 World Cup

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by OJEEMAH(m): 11:07am On Sep 05, 2023
Akacollins7:
I don't know how you people view league, after him leaving his mama home Barcelona where thing is throw/given to him to PSG, what happened with all the big players there at end he can't find his feet. And was throw out and no body talked about his spell in PSG. Now he find him self in a league of people that doesn't know there gender, you'll think is eleven men against eleven men, but it's seven female and four male in a team. It's an insulting to compare CR7 to him. Ronaldo have conquer many countries so. I'm not fan of any, truth be told. Even the world cup is still under questions

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by OJEEMAH(m): 11:08am On Sep 05, 2023
Akacollins7:
I don't know how you people view league, after him leaving his mama home Barcelona where thing is throw/given to him to PSG, what happened with all the big players there at end he can't find his feet. And was throw out and no body talked about his spell in PSG. Now he find him self in a league of people that doesn't know there gender, you'll think is eleven men against eleven men, but it's seven female and four male in a team. It's an insulting to compare CR7 to him. Ronaldo have conquer many countries so. I'm not fan of any, truth be told. Even the world cup is still under questions
Messi changed club for the first time in about 18years and you just expect him to hit the ground running in a dysfunctional club where he’s not even the man leading from the front.

If you think Ronaldo will survive playing a supporting role to Mbappe in PSG, then you really don’t understand football as much as I thought.

Messi who was literally operating from the wing & sometimes behind Mbappe in a team full of stars with egos clashing here and there, you think it will be easy at 34year?

Ronaldo never played for a disorganized team like PSG.

Ronaldo joined a Man U team that gave him all the support and as a teen, the guy had less pressure. He grew into the team with the help of senior players like Scholes, Giggs, Ferdinand and others. Not a team like PSG where you have to fight 2 egoistic players like Mbappe or Neymar to become the main man.

If Ronaldo had joined Madrid when Zidane, Figo and R9 were all there, his case would have been like Beckham and Owen or do you think, Zidane, Figo and R9 will give him all the penalties and free kick?

Or you de expect player like Zidane or Figo to always pass the ball like Ozil and Kroos to CR7?

Na R9 go de pass ball to CR7 like Benzema and Rooney?

He joined juventus as a star player. As a matter of fact, all the players were beneath his level. No one was close. He automatically became the main star.

With his bloated ego, if he joined PSG, he would have clashed with Neymar and Mbappe more than once and that’s what Messi was trying to avoid and the circumstances upon which Messi left the Barcelona also affected him.

Don’t you understand some factors may have affected Messi

See the theories you have been creating is purely out of hatred.

Logically speaking, a player that failed outside Barcelona cannot be putting up match winning performances and also winning MVP in most international tournaments he participated with Argentina or are you now calling Argentina national team, Barcelona?

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by fabolouz1(m): 11:16am On Sep 05, 2023
These comparisons is getting disgusting.
Both players are good in their respective ways.

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by Allmiron: 11:17am On Sep 05, 2023
Messi Wins 7 Ballon D'or - “Ballon D'or Is Rigged”

Messi Wins Copa America - “Copa America Is Rigged”

Messi Wins Finalissima - “Finalissima Is a Friendly Game”

Messi Wins WC Final - “World Cup Is Rigged”

Crazy How One Man Rigged Football
😂🐐



Y’all penadogs go cry boiling blood, una tears na eternal. Y’all just getting started it’s gonna be a long painful ride for all of una .

Auntysperrrrm butt your papa.

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by Randal: 11:17am On Sep 05, 2023
CR7 is the GOAT 🐐

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by 900warriorz: 11:17am On Sep 05, 2023
MESSIless is the real GOAT cool

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by Bantino(m): 11:18am On Sep 05, 2023
Make una rest nah
Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by ruggedtimi(m): 11:18am On Sep 05, 2023
People will say is a sh*t league....bt ronaldo ended up in saudi arabia. Messi will perform at top level in any league. Looking at his age man is still performimg wonders in MLS lifting up a terrible team to win trophies and selling tickets. America superstars now flocking to a soccer match like is superbowl or a basketball game. The messi effect. Ronaldo is also a top player and on the same level as messi. But personally i think messi is better

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by Dennisochampa: 11:18am On Sep 05, 2023
Watch how some fools will come out to say that MLS is not a difficult league.... Useless people will always look for a excuse to hate on others for no just reason

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by huptin(m): 11:18am On Sep 05, 2023
Op,

Always do your research, how can you say Sir Alex Ferguson managed one team? Have you heard of Aberdeen?

Well they beat Barcelona to win the European cup under Sir Alex Ferguson's management.

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by Ubdavison: 11:19am On Sep 05, 2023
His opinion. It's doesn't go ur way everytime
Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by 12345baba(m): 11:20am On Sep 05, 2023
Na una sabi. Messi is just a Barcelona player

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by Bentonite1: 11:20am On Sep 05, 2023
AImiron:
Lionel Messi's consistent standout performances in the American continent are dispelling the reservations many people once had concerning the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner.

This shift also includes legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson's perspective in the context of comparing Messi to Cristiano Ronaldo.

As a result, Inter Miami have secured a spot in the CONCACAF Champions Cup by virtue of their qualification for the league's cup final, marking yet another groundbreaking achievement within the club's five-year history.

Proving himself beyond the comforts of Barcelona was a feat some questioned whether Messi could accomplish, even including the esteemed Sir Alex Ferguson among the sceptics.

Back then, Messi had solely represented one club, Barcelona, in La Liga. On the other hand, Ronaldo had an extensive history, playing for Sporting Lisbon in Portugal, Manchester United in England, Real Madrid in Spain, and Juventus in Italy.

Ronaldo's remarkable journey encompassed not only various countries and clubs, but his exceptional performance in each league underscored his extraordinary skill and adaptability, demonstrating his prowess across diverse countries and competitions.

Ferguson on Messi vs Ronaldo

According to The Mirror, Ex-Manchester United's iconic manager, Sir Alex Ferguson, shared his thoughts in 2015 on the highly debated Messi vs Ronaldo topic, stating:

"People say, 'Who is the best player in the world?' And plenty of people quite rightly say Messi - you can't dispute that opinion. But Ronaldo could play for Millwall, Queens Park Rangers, Doncaster Rovers… anyone, and score a hat-trick in a game. I'm not sure Messi could do it. Ronaldo's got two feet; he's quick, great in the air, he's brave - Messi's brave, of course. I think Messi's a Barcelona player."

MESSI PROVES SIR ALEX FERGUSON WRONG

The sheer numbers Messi has amassed since entering the league have shattered this notion.

Leo Messsi has played 11 matches for Inter Miami, the Argentine has netted 11 goals and provided 5 assists.

He also won league’s cup, he was the best player in the tournament and the first ever trophy for his new club. It should be noted that Inter Miami is worst team in the MLS before Messi joined them. Recently, they defeated the reigning champions of the MLS(LAFC) at home, the matched end 3-1.

Its a great feeling that SAF is alive to eat his words, this old man is a glorified local champion. He managed one club throughout his career, yet he has a problem with a player playing solely for a club. What an hypocrite!! This is the same Messi that cost his team 2 UEFA champions league finals.


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OP WHAT DID HE ACHIEVE IN PSG AFTER HE LEFT BARCELONA?


6 GOALS IN 27 GAMES.

OH YOU NOW MAKE NOISE BECAUSE HE PLAYS IN TEAM MADE OF MCDONALD SALES MEN WHO DOESN'T KNOW FOOTBALL... LAUGHABLE.

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by Emu4life(m): 11:20am On Sep 05, 2023
With the ball at their feet, Messi is a better player compared to Ronaldo. It takes an extremely stupid person to say otherwise and this is not with consideration to trophies or individual achievements.

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by cjudy(m): 11:20am On Sep 05, 2023
grin
I know as Van Gal criticizes the dwarf this morning, a counter thread will be open to cancel it.

Anyhow you put it, na basketball league and America football he Dey play. Even if I play that league, I will score more than 20 goals in 5matches.

Name professional footballers in that Basketball league

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by Emu4life(m): 11:21am On Sep 05, 2023
Bentonite1:






OP WHAT DID HE ACHIEVE IN PSG AFTER HE LEFT BARCELONA?


6 GOALS IN 27 GAMES.

OH YOU NOW MAKE NOISE BECAUSE HE PLAYS IN TEAM MADE OF MCDONALD SALES MEN WHO DOESN'T KNOW FOOTBALL... LAUGHABLE.


In 71 appearances, Messi scored 32 Goals and provided 35 Assists for PSG.
Question is: After 5 World Cup appearances, how many Knockout Goals does Ronaldo have??
Note: The World Cup is the biggest Football Tournament in the World .

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by aQUINandmore: 11:21am On Sep 05, 2023
I don't like discussing any player that hasn't played a world cup final.
They should bring a worthy competitor for Messi abeg.

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by Emu4life(m): 11:22am On Sep 05, 2023
12345baba:
Na una sabi. Messi is just a Barcelona player
Of Course, Barcelona just won the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Dindirin

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by Blazebond(m): 11:22am On Sep 05, 2023
Una dey seriously dey compare Messi that flopped spectacularly in the french league while playing for PSG hahahahaha,you lots are clowns,Messi stopped playing football in 2016/2017,all what he has been doing since is trash and forget about the world cup that he won,he wasn't the best player at all in that world cup,Messi and Ronaldo are done,let other more deserving players take over.

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by Tunde835(m): 11:22am On Sep 05, 2023
I dont know why people do this but i'm both a Messi and Ronaldo fan. It should be a Messi and Ronaldo not a Messi vs Ronaldo cause they're both top notch and good. You can't decide who is better.

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Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by Akerele44(m): 11:23am On Sep 05, 2023
When u ate good you are good
Re: Lionel Messi Defies Sir Alex Ferguson's Theory In The Messi Vs Ronaldo Debate by Emu4life(m): 11:23am On Sep 05, 2023
Blazebond:
Una dey seriously dey compare Messi that flopped spectacularly in the french league while playing for PSG hahahahaha,you lots are clowns,Messi stopped playing football in 2016/2017,all what he has been doing since is trash and forget about the world cup that he won,he wasn't the best player at all in that world cup,Messi and Ronaldo are done,let other more deserving players take over.
Stop saying nonsense. One of Messi's best season is 2019.

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