Milla Cheers Messi & Ronaldo in Record Chase

Cameroon's legendary footballer, Roger Milla, has shared his thoughts on Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo potentially surpassing his World Cup goalscoring record. Milla, who set the record at 42 years and 39 days in 1994, expressed his admiration for the continued brilliance of both players. He commended their ability to remain impactful and score goals, even as they approach the later stages of their careers. Milla emphasized that age is secondary to performance and the capacity to be decisive on the field.

Currently, both Messi and Ronaldo are in their late thirties and early forties, bringing them close to Milla's age when he achieved his historic feat. While their participation in a future World Cup edition remains uncertain, their ongoing contributions to the sport highlight their exceptional longevity. The article also notes their strong performances in the recent World Cup, with Messi scoring seven goals in four games and Ronaldo bagging three goals in the same number of matches for their respective nations.