Lionel Messi, the Argentine icon, has surpassed his long-standing rival Cristiano Ronaldo in recent seasons, clinching World Cup glory and extending his Ballon d’Or count to a record eight times. The fierce on-pitch rivalry between these two remains the most iconic phenomenon in history.
For a decade, these two icons have engaged in a rivalry, going toe-to-toe with their exceptional gameplay, achieving countless records and titles, and sparking debates in the world of soccer. Recently, a renowned journalist made shocking claims about Ronaldo, referring to Messi with an X-rated word.
Journalist revealed Ronaldo calling Messi “motherf***er”
The two greats, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, have consistently demonstrated peak professionalism and dedication while representing their clubs and countries. Despite intense competition, the duo maintains mutual respect and greets each other respectfully during their encounters.
On the contrary, there have been instances when these two legends of the sport have been at the center of controversies. Recently, reports claimed the former Barcelona star faced affair allegations, while Cristiano Ronaldo has been subjected to a $1 billion class-action lawsuit.
Guillem Balagué, the award-winning Spanish journalist and pundit who has worked for Sky Sports, La Liga, and several other agencies as a correspondent, recently unveiled a shocking revelation about the former Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo. Balagué disclosed how Ronaldo used to refer to Messi with a controversial nickname in the locker room.
In a podcast, Balagué disclosed, “When he goes into the changing room he looks for who the enemy is in that case, and for a long time he was Messi, and he used to call Messi, ‘motherf**ker’.”
While discussing his latest book on Lionel Messi, he highlighted the wild claims made in the book. He even revealed that the Portuguese star considered Messi the most important enemy of his team.
Fans left stunned after the revelation resurfaced
The Messi-Ronaldo duo left Europe this year after achieving glory with the most elite clubs. Messi is currently pursuing his club endeavor in Major League Soccer with Inter Miami, while Ronaldo is competing in the Middle East for Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr, introducing a refreshing twist to the heated ‘GOAT’ debate that persisted for the past decade.
However, recent claims from the Spanish journalist have added fuel to the fire. The revelation has stunned fans worldwide, and reactions are pouring in on social media platforms. Some have even questioned the level of obsession the Portuguese icon harbors. These claims undeniably underscore the intense rivalry that persists between the two icons.
