Cristiano Ronaldo on Messi rivalry and scoring statement

In an interview, Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo, who plays for Saudi Arabian team Al-Nassr, shared his thoughts on the rivalry between him and Lionel Messi as well as his ambitious views on scoring goals.

Future and Career Plan

Stating that he does not make long-term plans, the Portuguese star footballer continuing his career at Al-Nassr expressed that he lives in the moment.

Emphasizing that he would have no regrets even if he were to end his career today, the player stated that he is in good physical shape.

Rivalry with Lionel Messi

Reminding that he shared the same stage with Argentine star Lionel Messi at award ceremonies for 15 years, the star player conveyed that their relationship is good.

Comparing this rivalry to the rivalry between Senna and Prost in Formula 1 history, the footballer expressed that they constantly motivated each other.

Ambitious Statements on Scoring Goals

Defending that he is the best in history when it comes to scoring goals, Ronaldo stated that the numbers clearly show everything.

Adding that he does not feel forced to reach the 1,000-goal mark, but that reaching this figure would be great, he noted that history has already been written.

Evaluation of Kylian Mbappe

Stating that playing in the center-forward position poses a challenge for Kylian Mbappe, who plays for Real Madrid, the experienced name said that this position is not the player's natural place.

Emphasizing that Mbappe is not a typical penalty-box striker, but an unpredictable player capable of fast and sudden bursts, he noted that Mbappe should infiltrate the penalty box from behind.