Cristiano Ronaldo has named his biggest squad of 2023 team-mates he has played with in the past. However, the XI did not include the likes of Ryan Giggs. Mesut Ozilor Carlos Tevez.
Cristiano Ronaldo is considered one of the greatest players to ever grace the game. The Portuguese superstar has collected many trophies and currently plies his trade for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia.
He has demonstrated his extraordinary talent and versatility in most of Europe's elite leagues, playing for Real Madrid, Manchester United, Juventus and Sporting. Ronaldo has played alongside some great players throughout his career.
During an interview with GOAL Arabia last year, the five-time Ballon d'Or winner revealed his best 11 of his teammates. The presentation featured more Real Madrid legends, as well as several Manchester United icons.
The only Juventus teammate he chose was a club legend Giorgio Chielliniis considered one of the best central defenders of his generation.
Cristiano Ronaldo chose former Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas in goal. His back four includes Sergio Ramos, Rio Ferdinand, Chiellini and Marcelo.
The 39-year-old chose Toni Kroos, Luka Modric and Paul Scholes in the midfield, leaving no room for players like Giggs and Ozil. Ronaldo's front three are occupied by Gareth Bale and Karim Benzema and Wayne Rooney, with whom he formed an iconic attacking partnership at Real Madrid.
Michael Owen offers his thoughts on the Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo debate
Liverpool the legendary Michael Owen offered his two cents on the never-ending GOAT debate between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
Messi and Ronaldo have been the focus of the soccer world for the better part of the last two decades. The pair competed against each other, breaking records and reaching new heights.
They are the top two goalscorers of all time, with Ronaldo 916 and Messi 850, and have 13 Ballon d'Or awards between them.
During an interview with TNT Sports Mexico, Owen reflected on the debate, saying (via Bola Vip):
“I naturally think that Messi is the best player I have ever seen. He was just born to be great. Meanwhile, I love that Ronaldo is working hard to be as good as he is, showing similar qualities and earning a rightful place in this conversation. Messi doesn't even look like he's trying and it's so natural – it's incredible.”
Edited by Sankalp Srivastava