Benfica winger and Argentine national team player Angel Di Maria has made his choice between compatriot Lionel Messi and Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo.
Di María stated in an interview with A Bola:
For me, Messi and Cristiano are the two best players in history, but it is obvious that Messi cannot be compared to any player.
Currently, Messi is playing for Inter Miami. In 39 matches for the American club across all competitions, he has scored 34 goals and provided 18 assists. The star Argentine's contract with the Herons runs until the end of December 2025, and his market value is estimated at €25 million by Transfermarkt.
Ronaldo plays for Saudi club Al-Nassr, having joined the team during the winter transfer window of the 2022/23 season. The 39-year-old forward has played 79 matches for Al-Nassr, scoring 68 goals and providing 18 assists. He is under contract with the club until next summer, with a market value of €15 million, according to Transfermarkt.
Previously, Ronaldo addressed questions about the possibility of retiring from football.
Messi also commented on Inter Miami's exit from the MLS playoffs in the Round of 16 after a defeat in a penalty shootout against Atlanta United.