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Inter Miami star Lionel Messi has disclosed that his rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo has always been a tough battle.
Recall that both players won a combined 13 Ballon d’Ors.
Widely regarded as the two best players of all time, both players won numerous titles and scored an unfathomable number of goals for their respective clubs (Messi 666-Ronaldo 450).
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Messi via his official X handle, noted that competing with Ronaldo has always been a battle.
“It was always a battle,” Messi said to the Official Ballon d’Or X account.
“In sporting terms, it was very beautiful. We pushed each other to be better because we are both extremely competitive. He always wanted to win everything, and so did I. It was a beautiful time for us and for people who love football.”
