Cristiano Ronaldo Declares Himself the 'Best in History' Ahead of Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona & Pele

Oyebade Oluwafemi
04 Feb 2025
11:40

Cristiano Ronaldo has declared himself the greatest football player in history, ahead of Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona, and Pele.

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Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo

The five-time Ballon d’Or winner declared this when asked for his take on the GOAT discussion in an interview with Edu Aguirre on Spanish television show El Chiringuito.

Cristiano Ronaldo
Honestly, I have never seen anyone better than me. I believe I am the most complete player to ever exist. I can do it all in football. I’m good with heading, I strike free kicks well, I shoot well with my left foot, I’m fast, and I’m strong. Personal preferences vary; some prefer Messi, Pelé, or Maradona. I understand and respect that. But to say Cristiano isn’t complete is a lie. I am the most complete.

Ronaldo, who holds the record for the most goals in professional football, is currently aiming for the milestone of 1,000 goals. He emphasized that his numbers speak for themselves.

Cristiano Ronaldo
“If I finish on 920, 925 goals… it doesn’t matter to me at all. I am the best in history. Period. If I reach 1,000 goals, great. If not, that’s fine too. Numbers don’t lie.”

The Portuguese icon has scored 923 goals in 1,261 matches throughout his career, making him the only footballer to achieve over 900 official goals. Currently playing for Al Nassr, CR7 is on track to surpass the 1,000-goal mark.

Ronaldo is one of the greatest goalscorers in history. He has played a pivotal role and enjoyed success for his clubs and country since starting his professional football career at Sporting. He has also won numerous individual accolades throughout his career, such as five Ballon d'Or awards, a record three UEFA Men's Player of the Year Awards, four European Golden Shoes, and was named five times the world's best player by FIFA. He has won 33 trophies in his career, including seven league titles, five UEFA Champions Leagues, the UEFA European Championship, and the UEFA Nations League.

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