2024 Ballon d’Or winner Rodri explains why Ronaldo is “mortal”, but Messi is “dangerous”

• Manchester City midfielder Rodri shared his two pence on the difference between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi
• The statements of the 2024 Ballon d’Or winner shed light on the technical nuances of facing two of the best in football
• Meanwhile, Rodri will be honored by his club after his Ballon d’Or success against Vinicius Junior last month.

The winner of the 2024 Ballon d’Or, Rodrigo Hernández Cascante, known simply as Rodri, has offered his perspective on the eternal debate surrounding christian ronaldo and Lionel Messi.

The Spaniard, revered for his midfield mastery, delved into the contrasting styles of the two legends, often hailed as the greatest in football history.

Reflecting on his time in La Liga with Villarreal and Atlético de MadridRodri recalled the enormous challenge of neutralizing Ronaldo and Messi during their best years at Real Madrid and Barcelona.

Both players, relentless in their pursuit of goals, tested the defenders’ mettle week after week.

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Exposing their differences during an interview with El Hormiguero via GOALThe 28-year-old declared:

“Lionel Messi is the best player of all time, without a doubt. Cristiano has managed to match Messi without innate talent.

“But those of us who have played against them can see the difference. We didn’t want Cristiano to enter the area because he was lethal there. But with Messi the danger was everywhere on the field.”

The rivalry between Ronaldo and Messi

For almost two decades, Ronaldo and Messi captivated fans with an unprecedented rivalry.

Between them, they won an astonishing 13 Ballon d’Or titles: Ronaldo with five and Messi with eight, a record.

Ronaldo’s precision in the penalty area, combined with his athleticism and finishing prowess, made him a nightmare for defenders in tight spaces.

In contrast, Messi’s unpredictability and ability to influence the game from anywhere required constant vigilance as he turned even the smallest opportunities into opportunities.

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Rodri will be honored

He city ​​of manchester The talisman’s Ballon d’Or triumph will be marked with a huge celebration at the Etihad Stadium ahead of their clash with Tottenham this Saturday, according to the official club site.

Rodri explains why he deserves the Ballon d’Or

Earlier, Brief news reported that Rodri confidently explained why he deserved to win the 2024 Ballon d’Or award.

The 28-year-old won football’s most prestigious individual award after an excellent season with both club and country.

While some argue that Vinicius was unfairly snubbed, Rodri has defended his win, citing his consistent performances and key contributions to his team’s success.

Fountain: YEN.com.gh