Lionel Messi’s former manager risks outrage with Cristiano Ronaldo comments

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 17:35 - 28 October 2023

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo || Image credit: Marca

The GOAT debate between Ronaldo and Messi rages on, and a former manager of the Argentine World Cup winner has given his thoughts.

Former PSG manager and current boss of Qatar side Al-Duhail Christophe Galtier has called Cristiano Ronaldo "best in the world."

His comments came after his side lost 4-3 to Al Nassr in the AFC Champions League, with Ronaldo scoring twice, including the winner in the final ten minutes.

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Ronaldo returned to action as Al Nassr defeated Al Duhail 4-3 in an AFC Champions League fixture played on Tuesday, October 24, 2023.

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Galtier showered praise on Ronaldo in the aftermath of his team's defeat.

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Galtier, Messi’s former boss at PSG, took charge of the Qatari side earlier this month after he was replaced by Luis Enrique at the Parc des Princes.

Galtier said: “When you face Ronaldo, there isn't much you can do.

"He scored two beautiful goals I'm at a loss for words to describe him. What he did is extraordinary for a 38-year-old. He's still the best player in the world.”