Two players come to mind when the word 'football' is mentioned. There are no arguments that Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are two of the greatest players in the history of football. Tonight could potentially be the last time we see these two magnificent players face each other on a football pitch.
Barcelona host Juventus in the Champions League in a crucial top of the table clash. The public eye will no doubt be on Messi and Ronaldo in the Camp Nou. Once they retire, only then will we appreciate the talents they possess. When will we see such quality play on a pitch again? We may never....
Lionel Messi. Words cannot described what natural talent the Argentinian acquires. The maestro is probably the most gifted player to ever play the game. Give Messi the ball and he will make something happen. His 'jinky' and 'mazy' runs cause confusion for defences. The top defenders in football are unable to stop the little magician when he gets on his role. Messi is a match winner, he is the one player his team mates look to when a moment of magic is needed to win a game. More often than not, 'Leo' is the saviour for Barcelona. An all time legend of the game...
Cristiano Ronaldo. A player that may not be as naturally talented as his counterpart but his work ethic alone has brought him right to the top. 'CR7' is a goalscorer. His goal record justifies him being considered one of football's most historic players. Ronaldo's physique is what makes him a top player, once again he is a match winner. The former Real Madrid and Manchester United man is considered to be the best player the game has ever seen. Everything about the Portuguese man suggests that he is a 'winner'. His pace and power along with his finishing abilities are a deadly trifecta that defences struggle to deal with. Similar to Messi, Ronaldo is an all time legend of the game...
The question will always be asked, who is the better player?
Nobody can answer the question with certainty, it is near impossible to say. Both play with different styles, equally just as effective.
What we do know is that both players should be appreciated before they are gone from our game. Sit back and enjoy the talent on show tonight as we may never see such talented players grace the same pitch again. Messi, now 33-years-old and Ronaldo, now 35-years-old are in the twilight of their careers. However, both players are just as crucial for their sides. Cherish these two players while they are still playing.
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