Barcelona and Actual Madrid have each transitioned to a brand new era headlined by a brand new set of stars.
The script has repeated as soon as extra because the Galacticos have opted for big-name signings whereas the Blaugrana are banking on academy stars to take them to the elite degree.
But, there’s something particular concerning the rivalry of the previous decade which included the largest legends of the sport. Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, evidently, headlined the groups.
Rodri’s verdict
Chatting with the media in a current interview, present Ballon d’Or holder Rodri spoke concerning the everlasting debate – Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi.
His reply, nonetheless, was very conclusive as he elaborated why precisely he noticed the Barcelona legend to be far superior.
“Cristiano managed to match Messi with out an innate expertise. However these of us who play towards them, we notice the distinction,” he started.
Rodri defined the distinction between Messi and Ronaldo. (Photograph by FRANCK FIFE/AFP through Getty Photos)
“We didn’t need Cristiano to step within the field as a result of he was deadly there. However with Messi, he handed in all places on the sphere,” he added.
Commenting on what made Messi such a hazard on the sphere, the defensive midfielder stated,
“Messi obtained the ball and also you stated: ‘Hazard’. When he began enjoying towards him, he tried to take the ball away and he dodged you such as you have been nothing,” he added.
Lastly, he revealed what went on within the minds of gamers when enjoying towards Messi.
“[When he got the ball, there was] the sensation that one thing unhealthy was going to occur.”
Lastly, Rodri devoted his Ballon d’Or to Spain’s earlier era of greats who surprisingly by no means received the award.
“For my part, Spain has had among the finest moments within the historical past of soccer. That we solely had a Golden Ball was curious. That this golden era had no prize was unfair and I needed to pay tribute to them.”
Supply: Mundo Deportivo