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Iwobi picks Messi over Ronaldo for GOAT title
21 Apr
Summary
- Alex Iwobi named Lionel Messi as the greatest player ever.
- Messi's presence and impact on the field were unparalleled.
- Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr is reportedly pursuing Mohamed Salah.
Fulham's Alex Iwobi has stated that Lionel Messi is the greatest footballer of all time, distinguishing him from Cristiano Ronaldo. Iwobi's assessment stems from his personal experiences playing against both legends.
During a UEFA Champions League match against Barcelona in March 2016, Iwobi recalled being overwhelmed by Messi's presence. He described Messi as 'tiny' yet possessing an immense aura and an untouchable radius when on the ball, stating no one could tackle him within that zone. This contrasted with his encounter against Ronaldo, whom he found efficient but playing in a different career stage.
Separately, Cristiano Ronaldo's current club, Al-Nassr, is reportedly interested in signing Mohamed Salah. The Liverpool winger, who has declared he will leave the club this summer, has also been linked with a move to Inter Miami. If Salah joins Al-Nassr, he would likely be a key starter and reunite with former teammate Sadio Mane.
