Lionel Messi has broken his silence following Manchester City midfielder Rodri’s shocking remarks, who omitted both Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo when asked who the “Greatest of All Time” (GOAT) is during the 2023/24 PFA Awards. Instead of the two iconic footballers, Rodri chose his teammate Kevin De Bruyne, surprising many with his answer.
Rodri, who was a standout performer at Euro 2024 by leading Spain to the title, was adamant in his choice of De Bruyne as the greatest player of all time, without wavering for a moment. This choice left out Messi and Ronaldo, even though Rodri has had the chance to face both of them on several occasions.
In response to this statement, Messi, known for his humility and focus on the team, commented: “Every player has the right to his opinion and his preferences. Kevin is an exceptional player, and I understand why Rodri values him so much. In the end, the most important thing is the mutual respect and love for football that we all share.”
Messi’s words reflect his calm and respectful character, without entering into controversy, making it clear that for him the most important thing is respect in sport, regardless of comparisons or debates about who is the best.
