Brazilian football legend, Ronaldo Nazario, has shared his honest take on the GOAT debate, saying Cristiano Ronaldo is not the greatest of all time but definitely one of the top 10 players in football history.
In an interview with ESPN, the two-time World Cup winner praised CR7’s incredible goal-scoring ability and longevity but made it clear he wouldn’t call him the best ever.
“Cristiano has scored goals in every way possible, even after changing positions.”
“That’s not easy to do; he’s definitely among the best players ever. But the best? I don’t agree.”
“I respect his opinion, but I’d place him in the top 10,” said the former Real Madrid, Inter Milan, and Barcelona star.
Nazario, who is often celebrated as one of the most naturally gifted strikers of all time, also spoke about his own legacy:
“Honestly, I don’t like to get involved in those discussions. Some people have a very high opinion of themselves.”
“I prefer to let others talk about my performances and what I did, rather than talk about myself,” he said.
His comments followed Cristiano Ronaldo’s recent interview with Piers Morgan, where the Portuguese icon discussed his legacy and dismissed claims that his career needs a World Cup to be complete.
“I’ve won three titles with my country. Before that, Portugal had never won anything.”
“I’m happy very happy but that shouldn’t define you as a player. It’s not an obsession,” CR7 said.
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