Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese football legend, recently picked Kylian Mbappe over his former teammate Karim Benzema during a challenge on Rio Ferdinand’s YouTube channel.
Cristiano Ronaldo, the iconic Portuguese footballer, recently sparked a debate by choosing Kylian Mbappe over his former Real Madrid teammate Karim Benzema in a fun challenge on Rio Ferdinand’s YouTube channel. The challenge involved Ronaldo picking between top players he has played with or against, and when it came to Mbappe vs. Benzema, Ronaldo didn’t hesitate to pick the young French star.
The 39-year-old football legend has shared the pitch with both players. He played alongside Benzema for several years at Real Madrid, forming one of the deadliest attacking duos in football. Recently, however, Ronaldo has played against Mbappe, the 25-year-old French sensation who is already making his mark on international football.
Mbappe has surpassed Benzema’s international goal tally, with 48 goals for France, compared to Benzema’s 37. This achievement, along with his pace and ability to shine in key moments, may have influenced Ronaldo’s decision. Fans have been buzzing about Ronaldo’s choice, wondering how Mbappe’s career will evolve compared to some of the greatest in history.
Ronaldo has a history of making bold statements about the best players in the world. In a 2022 interview, Ronaldo named Lionel Messi as the best player he has ever seen, although he stopped short of saying Messi is better than himself. Ronaldo humorously pointed out that he’s never had the chance to watch himself play live, keeping the debate about the greatest player alive.
Fans and pundits are now speculating on how far Mbappe can go, especially after receiving such high praise from Ronaldo, the most-followed athlete on social media. Ronaldo’s comments have only added to Mbappe’s growing reputation as the future of football.
Meanwhile, Ronaldo continues to break records at 39. He recently announced that he has no plans to retire from international football. Ronaldo holds the records for the most caps and goals in men’s international football, with an impressive 131 goals in 213 appearances for Portugal. His longevity and consistency have made him a benchmark for all aspiring footballers, including Mbappe.
As football’s legends continue to shape the game, the Ronaldo-Mbappe-Benzema comparison will remain a hot topic among fans and analysts for years to come.