Liverpool forward Federico Chiesa declared Lionel Messi the greatest footballer in history. The Italian was Cristiano Ronaldo’s teammate at Juventus.
Federico Chiesa for Sky Sports
I've played with Ronaldo, and playing with him was an amazing thing. They are truly the best players in history. And to be completely honest, I have to say that Leo Messi is the greatest football player in history.
Chiesa and Ronaldo were teammates at Juventus from 2020 to 2021.
This season, Chiesa has made 11 appearances for Liverpool across all competitions, scoring two goals and providing three assists.
Ronaldo currently plays for Saudi Arabia’s Al-Nassr. The 40-year-old has featured in ten matches this season, scoring nine goals and providing two assists.
Messi plays for Inter Miami. In 2025, the 38-year-old Argentine has made 45 appearances for the American club across all competitions, scoring 40 goals and contributing 22 assists.
