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Cristiano Ronaldo Declares Himself The Most Complete Footballer In History

Cristiano Ronaldo believes he is the most complete footballer ever, citing his records and skills. The Portugal captain reflects on his achievements and legacy as he approaches his 40th birthday.

Cristiano Ronaldo confidently claims he is the greatest footballer ever, stating he has never seen anyone surpass him. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner currently plays in Saudi Arabia after successful periods at Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus. As the all-time leading goalscorer with 923 goals, Ronaldo turns 40 on February 5. He also holds the record for most international goals, scoring 135 times for Portugal in 217 matches.Ronaldo believes no other player can match his accomplishments. "Honestly, I have never seen anyone better than me," Ronaldo told La Sexta. "I believe I am the most complete player to ever exist." He highlighted his skills in heading, free-kicks, left-footed shots, speed, and strength as evidence of his versatility. While acknowledging personal preferences for players like Lionel Messi, Pele, or Diego Maradona, Ronaldo insists that calling him incomplete is false.The Portuguese captain is the top scorer in World Cup and European Championship history combined with 22 goals from 52 appearances. Additionally, he is the leading scorer in Champions League history with 140 goals in 183 games. At Real Madrid, Ronaldo scored a club-record 450 goals. "I could quit the sport today and I wouldn't regret anything," Ronaldo added. However, he feels he can still make a difference for another year or two.Ronaldo emphasises living in the moment rather than planning long-term. He acknowledges that reaching 1,000 career goals would be impressive but isn't essential to him. "Numbers don't lie," he stated confidently about his achievements. Despite considering retirement, Ronaldo remains focused on continuing to contribute significantly to football.While some may prefer other legendary players over him, Ronaldo firmly believes he is the best goalscorer in history. His records and achievements speak volumes about his impact on football. As he continues playing in Saudi Arabia, fans worldwide watch eagerly to see what more this iconic player will achieve before hanging up his boots.

Story first published: Tuesday, February 4, 2025, 19:27 [IST]
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