Is it time to pack it in? It would seem so as the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/saudi-pro-league" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Saudi Pro League</a> is aiming to change its focus and instead of spending big on many players, now is the time to focus on less spending and more impact.



As a way to get attention to the Saudi League and build brand awareness, in the last year the Saudi Pro League has spent a reported $1 billion on transfer fees.



Now Michael Emenalo, a former <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chelsea" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chelsea</a> and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/monaco" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">AS Monaco</a> director of football, stated that the Saudi Pro League will be much more strategic on player signings, the current crop of big names have had their growing pains since arriving to the exotic league.



<h2>Saudi Pro League changing its spending approach</h2>



“Whatever additional improvement that we need to do for any club, with time on our hands and preparation, we believe will be additions of the highest level,” Emenalo stated in an interview done by the league.


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“I’m hoping it [January] is not very busy, because I think the job that was done has been quite interesting and aggressive, and most of the clubs, I believe, have what they need. Hopefully the attention will now turn to work within the training facilities to improve these players and to allow the time to adapt and perform.”



The comment from Emenalo is a positive sign as to many the Saudi Pro League was just a new money-making destination, now the powers at be, want a long term lasting effect.



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“I think we accomplished what we wanted to accomplish, which was to get our foot into the market and compete aggressively. But, also, we wanted to do that while giving every single club in the league an opportunity to improve. I believe we accomplished that.



“And I believe that what you’re seeing, in terms of the quality of the games and the performance of most of the acquired international players, is a vindication that the transfer market has been relatively well. And we hope that we will continue to perfect our process in the future.”



<h2>Stars of the Saudi Pro League</h2>


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The SPL has some of the most recognizable stars in world football, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CR7</a>, Neymar, Benzema, Jordan Henderson, N’golo Kanté, and Roberto Firmino.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/portugal">Portugal</a> visit Liechtenstein as part of the qualifiers for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/uefa">UEFA Euro 2024</a>. The match is scheduled for today, November 16th at Rheinpark Stadion in Vaduz.



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Liechtenstein remains one of the weakest teams in Europe, as evidenced by their performance in the qualifiers. With eight losses in eight matches, they have scored only one goal while conceding 25. Nevertheless, hosting a powerhouse is always a special occasion.


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Portugal have already secured their ticket to UEFA Euro 2024 with a perfect record of eight victories and 24 points. They are an offensive machine with 32 goals scored and only two conceded thanks to stars like <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a>, Bruno Fernandes, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/joao-felix">Joao Felix</a> and Bernardo Silva.



<h2>Liechtenstein vs Portugal: Kick-Off Time</h2>


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<h2>How To Watch Liechtenstein vs Portugal in your Country</h2>



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At 38, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a> continues to take the limelight whenever he takes the field. However, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/al-nassr">Al-Nassr</a> star knows that as much as he defies Father Time, he’s not getting any younger.



Though Ronaldo has <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/cristiano-ronaldo-confirms-if-retirement-from-soccer-is-looming-for-him-20231014-BUS-75651.html">no intention of retiring</a> anytime soon, he may already be preparing for the day he hangs them up. According to Spanish magazine Semana and Ok Diario, Cristiano is building a mansion in his native <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/portugal">Portugal</a>. After living in Spain, England and Saudi Arabia, the player’s idea would be to return to his home country after retirement. 



Ronaldo reportedly bought the property for €11 million in October 2022, but now it’s being rebuilt to have more amenities for the family. Located in Cascais (12 miles from Lisbon), the construction would cost €22 million, making it the most expensive house in the country.



<h2>Details of Ronaldo’s luxury Lisbon mansion</h2>



With four floors and four luxury suites covered by glass walls, the mansion’s amenities reportedly include a movie theater, a tennis court, a gym, and two garages for Ronaldo’s car collection. It would also have an outdoor space with large gardens and an area of solar panels to use more efficient energy.



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The construction is expected to conclude in June 2024, and it would join the list of Ronaldo’s properties. Apart from this mansion, Cristiano reportedly has houses in Madrid, Turin, Marbella, and Riyadh.


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But according to Ok Diario, one of the neighbors in the area has already complained about Ronaldo’s project: “The house has at least one more year of construction work left. We are fed up. We’ve had three years of construction. The house is so big it looks like a hospital. My street has been cut off for months, my garden is full of dust. All because of Pharaoh Ronaldo’s ‘pyramid’.”



However, it remains to be seen when Ronaldo plans to move there. His contract with Al Nassr runs until June 2025, so he may not go back to Portugal until then. At 40, it could be a good date to start enjoying life off the field, but his competitive nature and work ethic suggests that Ronaldo could extend his career indefinitely.



<h2>Ronaldo refuses to set a date for his retirement</h2>



The former Manchester United superstar has so far refused to set a timefrime on his retirement from the professional activity. “Things have happened in my life, both on a personal and professional level, that make me think more in the short term nowadays,” Ronaldo said in October, via PortuGoal.


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Ronaldo admitted he’s not making long-term plans for his career, but that it’s still too soon to put a potential date to his retirement. Therefore, it’s hard to know when does he plan to move to his new property in Lisbon.



“People say I’m going to play on until I’m 40 or 41 years old. I don’t set these targets. It’s a question of just enjoying the moment, which is a good moment. I feel good. My body is responding to how I’ve treated it over the years. I’m happy both at my club and in the Seleçao. I’ve scored plenty of goals, I feel in good shape physically. It’s a question of enjoying the moment.”



Ronaldo, meanwhile, is enjoying a fantastic moment in his career. With 45 goals between club and county, he’s the world’s top scorer in 2023 ahead of Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe and other young stars.

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Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly building mansion in Portugal for life after retirement

He’s done it again. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a> has once again found the net this year, this time with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/al-nassr">Al Nassr</a> uniform. 49 minutes into the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/saudi-pro-league">Saudi Pro League</a> game against Al Wahda, the Portuguese superstar seized on a terrible mistake by the defense to make it a 3-0 game.



The home side was trying to build a play from its own box, but one of its players made a costly mistake when trying to head the ball back to the goalkeeper. The pass was too short, leaving Ronaldo with a perfect opportunity to find the net.



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Even at 38, those kinds of chances are still too easy for the former Real Madrid star, so it wasn’t a surprise to see him put the ball in the back of the net. With this goal, he extended his impressive tally in 2023.



Apart from being the Saudi Pro League’s top scorer with 13 goals, Ronaldo is the world’s leading goalscorer in the year as he found the net on 45 occasions so far. The years may pass, but his prolific instinct remains untouched.


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<h2>Aging like a fine wine</h2>



Ronaldo looks determined to defy Father Time for as long as he can. While the pass of time often takes a toll on the athletes, Cristiano has been able to extend his ability to score to his late 30s. In fact, he boasts 401 goals and 91 assists since turning 30.



Even at this stage of his career, there is not another player who has more goals than him this year. Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe, and so many others are trailing Ronaldo in the scoring table in 2023.


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The five-time Ballon d’Or winner now has 864 career goals, considering both club and international play. That means he’s just 36 goals away from reaching 900, which would be a huge milestone.



Ronaldo already holds impressive records such as being the UEFA Champions League’s all time top scorer (140) and also the top scorer in international soccer, scoring 127 for Portugal since his first cap in 2003. While he’s no longer in the Old Continent to extend his record in the European competition, Ronaldo can still add more goals to his international tally.



<h2>What’s next for Ronaldo, Al Nassr</h2>



With their 3-1 victory over Al Wahda, Al Nassr are still within touching distance of Al Hilal, currently top of the Saudi Pro League with 35 points after 13 games. Ronaldo and company are four points shy of the leaders, so they still have work to do.



With the international break taking center stage, Cristiano will join the Portuguese national team for the Euro qualifiers games against Liechtenstein and Iceland. Al Nassr will return to action on Friday, Nov. 24, when they host Al-Okhdood in the 14th round of the Saudi Pro League.

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Matchday 13 of the 2023-24 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/saudi-pro-league">Saudi Pro League</a> will bring us an exciting clash between <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/al-nassr">Al Nassr</a> and Al Wahda on Saturday, November 11. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a> is expected to take the field after missing his team’s recent AFC Champions League win over Al Duhail.



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Luis Castro’s men head into this clash in second place of the standings with 28 points, seven shy of leaders Al Hilal, who are absolutely flying in the competition with 11 wins and 2 draws.



Al Nassr are riding on a three-game winning streak, but their record (W9-D1-L2) is still not good enough to leapfrog Neymar’s team. Therefore the upcoming match is a must-win for them.



Al-Wahda, however, will play at home so they hope to upset Ronaldo and company. They are currently eighth in the table with 16 points, seven shy of relegation.



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<h2>Al Wahda vs Al Nassr: Kick-Off Time</h2>



Argentina: 3 PM Australia: 5 AM (Sunday) Bangladesh: 12 AM (Sunday) Belgium: 7 PM Brazil: 3 PM Canada: 1 PM (EDT) Croatia: 7 PM Denmark: 7 PM Egypt: 8 PM France: 7 PM Germany: 7 PM Ghana: 6 PM Greece: 8 PM India: 11:30 PM Indonesia: 2 AM (Sunday) Ireland: 6 PM Israel: 8 PM Italy: 7 PM Jamaica: 1 PM Kenya: 9 PM Malaysia: 2 AM (Sunday) Mexico: 12 PM Morocco: 7 PM Netherlands: 7 PM New Zealand: 7 AM (Sunday) Nigeria: 7 PM Norway: 7 PM Philippines: 2 AM (Sunday) Poland: 7 PM Portugal: 6 PM Saudi Arabia: 9 PM Serbia: 7 PM Singapore: 2 AM (Sunday) South Africa: 8 PM Spain: 7 PM Sweden: 7 PM Switzerland: 7 PM UAE: 10 PM UK: 6 PM United States: 1 PM (ET)



<h2>How to Watch Al Wahda vs Al Nassr in your Country</h2>



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Hugo Sanchez has recently shown his frustration for getting less recognition than <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a>. In an appearance on Caliente, a TV show on TV Azteca, the Mexican legend says the Portuguese often gets too much praise for a bicycle kick he scored for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/real-madrid">Real Madrid</a>, when Sanchez did that on 35 occasions throughout his career.



“Cristiano Ronaldo scored one bicycle kick and it looks like he scored the 35 that I did. Cristiano scored only one, I scored 35 and they want to put him at the same level as me with the bicycle kicks,” the former striker said.



Sanchez was referring to the iconic goal the Portuguese star recorded against Juventus in a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/champions-league">UEFA Champions League</a> game played on April 3, 2018. Ronaldo pulled off a memorable bicycle kick that Gianluigi Buffon couldn’t save, drawing praise even from the home fans. That night, Juve fans <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/cristiano-ronaldo-lionel-messi-and-other-superstars-applauded-by-rival-fans-20220419-0019.html">applauded Cristiano</a>.



What Sanchez claims is that, while Ronaldo’s goal was pretty fantastic, he scored far more bicycle kicks than the 5x Ballon d’Or winner. Even so, it’s safe to say CR7’s goal against the Old Lady is much more famous for the soccer community.



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<h2>Ronaldo overtook a record from Sanchez</h2>



Sanchez may feel like his 35 bicycle kicks are quite overlooked compared to Ronaldo’s goal in 2018, but the truth is Cristiano has already overshadowed the Mexican legend with a more important record.


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Sanchez used to be Real Madrid’s top foreign scorer with 202 goals, until Ronaldo surpassed him. The Portuguese superstar found the net on an impressive 451 occasions for Los Blancos, becoming the club’s all-time top scorer.



<h2>The memorable bicycle kick Sanchez scored for Madrid</h2>



Sanchez has scored several bicycle kicks throughout his career, but it’s safe to say the one he’ll never forget took place 35 years ago. On April 10, 1988, the Mexican star made the Santiago Bernabeu go wild with a beautiful goal against Logroñes.


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“April 10, 1988 was a historic day for me because I was able to fulfill one of my childhood dreams: to score a goal with a bicycle kick in a wonderful stadium called Santiago Bernabeu with the jersey of the best team of all time, which is Real Madrid,” Sanchez said, via ESPN. “And that day I was able to finish my favorite shot, which I did in honor of my father, who liked to do that kind of shots. In addition, against Logroñés, I was able to fulfill the fact that I felt fulfilled and completely happy.”

Hugo Sanchez disappointed for getting less recognition than Cristiano Ronaldo

Hugo Sanchez disappointed for getting less recognition than Cristiano Ronaldo - Bolavip US

Fernando Santos shocked the world at <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/qatar-2022">Qatar 2022</a> by not including <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a> in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/portugal">Portugal</a>‘s starting lineup during the knockout stages. The 38-year-old started on the bench both in the 6-1 win over Switzerland in the round of 16 and in the shocking 1-0 loss to Morocco in the quarterfinals, which knocked them out of the World Cup.



The elimination cost Santos his job, and his decisions also took a toll on his relationship with Ronaldo. In an interview with Portuguese newspaper ABOLA, the 69-year-old manager revealed they haven’t spoken since the World Cup.



“We don’t talk anymore. I don’t know what the day was… We haven’t spoken since I came from Qatar,” Santos said, but he clarified that it has nothing to do with the game of Switzerland. Besides, the manager hopes that Ronaldo can forgive him. 



“I believe that one day we will meet, we will look at each other and think: ‘We have always had this relationship’. There’s no hurt on my part. I realize that at the time he was hurt, and I realize that maybe he is still hurt. But the relationship we had is not just any relationship,” he said.



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The 69-year-old says he always tells his players he always separates the athlete from the man, which is why he expects to make amends with Ronaldo at some point. “My relationship with Cristiano hasn’t changed at all. I hope that one day the current situation will change. If it doesn’t happen, be patient. I’m sad, but that’s it.”


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<h2>Fernando Santos explains why Ronaldo was benched at the World Cup</h2>



Apart from giving insight into the status of his relationship with Ronaldo, Santos reflected on his decision to bench him when it mattered the most in Qatar. The veteran striker was still the team’s face, so many were shocked not to see him in Portugal’s starting eleven.



“I made a decision that was strategic in Qatar,“ Santos explained. “You need to understand a little. I just said that he is the best in the world. And it is. But there was a moment in his career that was very difficult.“



Santos then recalled everything that happened to the 5x Ballon d’Or winner in the months prior to the World Cup. Apart from dropping down the pecking order at Manchester United after Erik ten Hag took over, he suffered a familiar tragedy with the loss of one of two twin children. “That moment moved him a lot and then it’s the sports part. Cristiano didn’t do pre-season. He was two months without training. Then he returns to Manchester United, but is practically not used.”


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In Santos eyes’, Cristiano was still in his best physical condition. So that wasn’t the reason he lost his place in the lineup. But the forward’s rythm during games didn’t convince the coach.



“We tried, during those games before the World Cup, and then in the first games of the World Cup itself, for him to enter the rhythms of the game, which was what he was missing. If he was going to do a sprint with some colleague, or were to do an endurance test, he might win. It has nothing to do with it, it was a strategic issue. I felt during the first games that strategically for Portugal it was better. And for him it could also be better. The thought was like this: ‘I want to change this a little, I need someone with more of this kind of characteristics.’ But he was still very important,” Santos said.



<h2>Santos suggests Ronaldo ‘misunderstood’ why he was benched</h2>



Santos said this wasn’t the first time he had to deal with this kind of situation, in which he had to explain a veteran star he would not start. He says this hasn’t created problems before, but with Ronaldo it was a bit different.


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“Now, it is true that on the day of the game, in the morning, when I went to explain to him that he was not going to play and why he was not going to play, he misunderstood. If I notice his reaction? I get it! I have already mentioned that that period was of great anxiety for him, I realize the reaction because for him he is a great friend who leaves him out. But I couldn’t guide myself around, you know? I’m still the same with him. For my part, the relationship is the same and he continues to be like a son or a younger brother to me,” Santos added.



It’s safe to say Qatar 2022 is not a pleasant memory for Ronaldo. Since it may have been his last World Cup, his expectation was to have a much different campaign. Not only did he suffer a painful elimination with Portugal, but Cristiano didn’t even get the playing time he desired.

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Fernando Santos says Cristiano Ronaldo hasn't talked to him since Qatar 2022 - Bolavip US

With <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a> and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a> no longer in Europe, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/erling-haaland">Erling Haaland</a> is taking all the limelight in Europe. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/manchester-city">Manchester City</a> star may face competition from other stars to become the greatest star in the continent, but his fantastic scoring stats seem to give him the edge.



On Tuesday, he once again found the net for the Citizens, increasing his Champions League tally to 39 goals. The Norwegian superstar hit twice against Young Boys, giving his side the lead from the penalty spot before sending home a powerful shot from outside the box.



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His 39 goals may not look like a lot if we compare it to Ronaldo or Messi’s count, but we have to consider that Haaland did this in just 34 games. In fact, the Norwegian sensation is the only player among the 50 all-time Champions League top scorers who has more goals than appearances. 



He’s still far from Ronaldo’s record of 140 Champions League goals, while Messi is also well above Haaland with 129 goals. But it’s safe to say the young striker is on pace to reduce that difference.



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<h2>Where does Haaland rank among the Champions League all-time top scorers?</h2>



With his double against Young Boys, Haaland has become the 20th top scorer in UEFA Champions League history. It only took him five seasons to get there, which is why we can expect the striker to continue climbing spots on this list.


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<h4>Champions League all-time scorers</h4>



<ol><li>Cristiano Ronaldo – 140 goals (183 games, 19 seasons, 3 clubs)</li><li>Lionel Messi – 129 goals (163 games, 19 seasons, 2 clubs)</li><li>Robert Lewandowski – 92 goals (114 games, 13 seasons, 3 clubs)</li><li>Karim Benzema – 90 goals (152 games, 19 seasons, 2 clubs)</li><li>Raul – 71 goals (142 games, 15 seasons, 2 clubs)</li><li>Ruud van Nistelrooy – 56 goals (73 games, 11 seasons, 3 clubs)</li><li>Thomas Muller – 53 goals (144 games, 16 seasons, one club)</li><li>Thierry Henry – 50 goals (112 games, 13 seasons, 3 clubs)</li><li>Alfredo Di Stefano – 49 goals (58 games, 9 seasons, one club)</li><li>Zlatan Ibrahimovic – 48 goals (124 games, 16 seasons, 6 clubs)</li><li>Andriy Shevchenko – 48 goals (100 games, 12 seasons, 3 clubs)</li><li>Filippo Inzaghi – 46 goals (81 games, 11 seasons, 2 clubs)</li><li>Eusebio – 46 goals (55 games, 11 seasons, one club)</li><li>Didier Drogba – 44 goals (92 games, 12 seasons, 3 clubs)</li><li>Mohamed Salah – 44 goals (79 games, 9 seasons, 3 clubs)</li><li>Neymar – 43 goals (81 games, 10 seasons, 2 clubs)</li><li>Kylian Mbappe – 42 goals (64 games, 8 seasons, 2 clubs)</li><li>Alessandro Del Piero – 42 goals (89 games, 12 seasons, one club)</li><li>Sergio Aguero – 41 goals (79 games, 13 seasons, 2 clubs)</li><li>Erling Haaland – 39 goals (33 games, 5 seasons, 3 clubs)</li></ol>



<h2>Haaland also pursuing Messi, Ronaldo’s UCL Golden Boots</h2>



At 23, Haaland can already take pride in having two Champions League Golden Boots after being the tournament’s top scorer in the 2020-21 and the 2022-23 seasons.


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But as impressive as that may sound, they are still not even close to the number of Golden Boots both Messi and Ronaldo have collected. The Portuguese star has been the lone highest goalscorer of the Champions League in six different editions, whereas the Argentine ace did it on five occasions. Besides, these stars have shared the honor in the 2014-15 campaign.

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How far is Haaland from Messi, Ronaldo's Champions League goals?

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a> is a happy man with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a>. In his debut season in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">MLS</a>, the Argentine legend delivered the first title to the franchise by winning the 2023 Leagues Cup. All of this comes after fulfilling his dream of winning the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/qatar-2022">Qatar 2022 World Cup</a> with Argentina.



Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo&nbsp;made a shocking decision when he decided to sign for&nbsp;Al Nassr. The Portuguese legend wanted to start a soccer revolution at&nbsp;<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/saudi-arabia" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Saudi Arabia</a>.



Now, after winning his eighth Ballon d’Or, Messi was questioned about the historic rivalry he had with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a>, especially when they faced each other in Spain playing for Barcelona and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/real-madrid">Real Madrid</a>. It all happened in an interview with L’Equipe.



“It was always a battle figuratively speaking, right? In sports, very beautiful. I believe we both fueled each other because we are both very competitive, and he always wanted to win at everything. I think it was a very beautiful time for us and for people who love soccer in general.”



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<h2>Lionel Messi praises his epic rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo</h2>



Lionel Messi acknowledged that the most remarkable aspect of his rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo was the extended duration. Throughout the history of soccer, there has never been a sporting rivalry that persisted for over a decade.


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“I believe that what we did for so long has a lot of merit because, as they say, it’s easy to get to the top, but the hard part is staying there, and we stayed at the top for 10 or 15 years, I don’t know exactly how long. It was very challenging to maintain, and I think it was spectacular and a beautiful memory for everyone who enjoys football.”


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<h2>Cristiano Ronaldo: Two contradictory gestures toward Lionel Messi</h2>



A few weeks ago, during a press conference with Portugal’s national team, Cristiano Ronaldo&nbsp;also talked about his rivalry with&nbsp;Lionel Messi&nbsp;over the years. The statement shocked the media as it’s very rare that any of them talks about the other publicly.



“The rivalry with Messi? I don’t see things that way. It was a good rivalry.&nbsp;The rivalry is over. If you love Cristiano, you don’t have to hate Messi or vice versa. We are two good, or very good players (laughs). Both of us changed the history of soccer. We are respected worldwide, that’s the most important thing. He is making his own path and I am making mine. And the legacy continues.”



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However, after Lionel Messi won his eighth Ballon d’Or, Cristiano Ronaldo had a gesture that many considered a critique and almost a taunt toward the Argentine on social media.



Following the spectacular gala in Paris, the famous Spanish journalist, Tomas Roncero, made a ‘sarcastic’ analysis of the award. For several years, Roncero has been one of the biggest critics of Messi as a fan of Cristiano Ronaldo.


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“Hello, friends. It happened just as we knew it would. Messi was given the Ballon d’Or once again. It’s a nice tribute. We all know he’s retired over there in Miami. Six penalties in his favor at the World Cup. A record. That’s fine. It happened about 10 or 11 months ago. I almost forgot about it. It was in 2022. Congratulations, Leo. Congratulations, champion,” was part of Roncero’s ironic message.



Roncero claimed that Messi only deserved to win 5 out of his 8 Ballon d’Or awards and that 3 of them were unfair (2010, 2021, and 2023). According to the journalist, the award should have gone to Andres Iniesta, Robert Lewandowski and Erling Haaland.



After the video was published, the most notable thing is that Cristiano Ronaldo responded on Instagram with three ‘laughing-crying’ emoticons. It’s a clear sign that the Portuguese player agrees with Roncero and finds it incredible that Messi won.


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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a> is having a spectacular second season with Al Nassr in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/saudi-arabia">Saudi Arabia</a>. After a disappointing first campaign in which he couldn’t win any trophies, the Portuguese star is on a mission.



A few months ago, the legend helped his team secure the 2023 Arab Club Champions Cup. Furthermore, after surviving a dramatic playoff to reach the group stage, Al Nassr have become one of the favorites in the AFC Champions League.


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Meanwhile, in the Saudi Pro League, Cristiano looks impressive. After a complicated start with two losses, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/al-nassr">Al Nassr</a> are back in the title race, and this Saturday, CR7 was once again the hero.



In the 26th minute of the game against Al Khaleej, the star unleashed a fearsome right-footed shot into the top corner to give his team the lead. He now, he has 12 goals in the league. It’s all happening in a moment where everything he does is meticulously compared with&nbsp;<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a>.


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Video: Cristiano Ronaldo scores amazing goal for Al Nassr against Al Khaleej in Saudi Arabia

Video: Cristiano Ronaldo scores amazing goal for Al Nassr against Al Khaleej in Saudi Arabia - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a>‘s victory at the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ballon-d%27or">2023 Ballon d’Or</a> gave a lot to talk about this week. While many believe the Argentine star deserved his eighth award, others claim it was unfair. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a>‘s sister Katia Aveiro seems to be part of the latter.



The Portuguese singer reacted to an Instagram post by a Ronaldo fan who stated that Ronaldo “earned” his five Ballon d’Ors. Though Messi was not mentioned, by the timing of the post and its caption one could tell it questions the recent winner.



Messi’s triumph this year has been quite polarizing. Renowned personalities backed the decision, but others thought <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/erling-haaland">Erling Haaland</a> should’ve won. The 36-year-old took his country to World Cup glory in December, yet his club campaign <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/comparing-messi-and-haalands-stats-in-the-2022-23-season-at-the-club-level-20231027-BUS-80839.html">wasn’t the best</a>.



Either way, his performance at Qatar 2022 ended up eclipsing anything else. Messi ultimately extended his Ballon d’Or collection to eight, increasing his advantage over Ronaldo, who boasts five.



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<h2>Messi seems to win the Ballon d’Or battle with Ronaldo</h2>



For years, the Ballon d’Or conversation was reduced to Messi and Ronaldo. By then, the question was not only who was the better player, but also who would end up with the most awards.


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The battle started in 2008, when Ronaldo won it for the first time. But Messi’s dominance started only a year later, as the Argentine star won the next four editions. The Portuguese regained the Ballon d’Or in consecutive years in 2013 and 2014, reducing the gap with Leo. In 2015, the former Barcelona star got the prize back. Ronaldo, however, tied Messi with back-to-back accolades in 2016 and 2017 after winning the Champions League in both years.



After a one-year hiatus in which Luka Modric emerged victorious, the rivalry revived when Messi won the 2019 Ballon d’Or. But from then on, he only increased his lead over Ronaldo. With triumphs in 2021 and 2023, Messi extended his record to eight Ballon d’Ors.


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Though both are still active, it’s safe to say Messi has already won this battle. At 38, Ronaldo’s days at the Ballon d’Or podium may be part of the past. In fact, the Al-Nassr star hasn’t even made the 30-man shortlist this year. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/lionel-messis-message-to-mbappe-haaland-after-winning-2023-ballon-dor-20231030-BUS-81894.html">Messi himself admitted</a> this may have been his final award, since there’s a new generation of stars ready to take over.



<h2>Messi weighs in on his rivalry with Ronaldo</h2>



In an interview with L’Equipe after the 2023 Ballon d’Or ceremony, Messi reflected on his rivalry with Ronaldo during their time in LaLiga. “It was a great battle, from a sporting point of view. We fed off each other’s rivalry because we’re both great competitors. He, too, always wanted to win everything, all the time. It was a very enjoyable time for both of us and for everyone who loves football.”



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Back in the day, there was not a more anticipated game than a Spanish Clasico featuring Messi and Ronaldo. With Leo at Barcelona and Cristiano at Real Madrid, world soccer witnessed one of the best sporting rivalries of all time.



That’s why Messi only has words of praise for the Portuguese, as they pushed each other to the limit during their prime. “I think we deserve a lot of credit for having managed to stay at the top for so long. Because as they say, it’s easy to get there. What’s difficult is staying there. And we stayed at the top for ten, fifteen years. It’s very difficult to stay at that level and it’s spectacular. And I think it remains a good memory for all those who followed us.”


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Ronaldo made some headlines for a controversial comment after Messi won his eighth Ballon d’Or, but he always showed a lot of respect for the Argentine star. While their era of dominance may have come to an end, the memories they gave us will never be forgotten.

Cristiano Ronaldo's sister may have taken a subtle shot at Messi's 8th Ballon d'Or

Cristiano Ronaldo's sister may have taken a subtle shot at Messi's 8th Ballon d'Or - Bolavip US

Cristiano Ronaldo's sister reacts to post that downplays Messi's 8th Ballon d'Or

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a> won his eighth <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/lionel-messis-message-to-mbappe-haaland-after-winning-2023-ballon-dor-20231030-BUS-81894.html">Ballon d’Or</a>, surpassing <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/erling-haaland">Erling Haaland</a> and Kylian Mbappe in the final vote. However, many important figures in the world are not entirely convinced that the Argentine legend is the greatest player in history. 



For example, the coach of the French national team, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/didier-deschamps">Didier Deschamps</a>. “The Argentinians say it. He’s a part of it. It’s hard to say that Messi is better than Cristiano Ronaldo or Mbappe, who is younger. They are players who have left their mark on the history of world football.”



Of course, Deschamps wasn’t going to show absolute favoritism for Messi, considering that he leads the French team and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kylian-mbappe">Kylian Mbappe</a> is one of his star players.



Furthermore, the defeat in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/world-cup">World Cup</a> final is a thorn that remains stuck in that country, and as a result, Messi was insulted on several occasions by fans at PSG.



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<h2>Didier Deschamps talks about Lionel Messi and the Ballon d’Or</h2>



Didier Deschamps was also questioned about who he believes should have won the Ballon d’Or between Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland. His response didn’t reveal much amidst the controversy that has arisen in recent days.


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“Argentinians are behind Messi. It’s normal. The French are behind Mbappe. All three are players who deserve to win. In the end, only one takes home the prize because they have won the most important competition in the world. Unfortunately for France, that’s how it is.”


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<h2>Deschamps dedicates a special message to Lionel Messi</h2>



Despite his team’s defeat to Argentina in the final of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Didier Deschamps acknowledged that Lionel Messi is simply a legendary player.



“Messi has made history in football. The season he had with PSG and, above all, with Argentina in the World Cup undoubtedly makes him deserving of the Ballon d’Or.”


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<h2>How many times Lionel Messi won the Ballon d’Or?</h2>



Last Monday, Lionel Messi won his eighth Ballon d’Or. The star of Inter Miami became the first winner of the award created who does not play in Europe. At the age of 36, the legend secured the trophy thanks to his tremendous contribution to Argentina’s victory in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. 



In an unforgettable moment during the ceremony held in Paris, Leo received the award from David Beckham, the owner of his current club. Of course, the big question is who will be his heir in 2024.


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Didier Deschamps doesn't think Lionel Messi is the greatest player of all time after Ballon d'Or win

Didier Deschamps doesn't think Lionel Messi is the greatest player of all time after Ballon d'Or win - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lionel Messi</a> just won his 8th Ballon d’Or, but <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cristiano Ronaldo</a> is not entirely happy for him. A day after the Argentine received the award, fans started chanting his name in front of the Portuguese striker, and he didn’t like it at all.



The Ballon d’Or is awarded to the world’s best soccer player of the year. After Argentina’s victory in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, voters chose to bestow Lionel Messi with his 8th trophy, triumphing over competitors such as Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe.



Surprisingly, Cristiano Ronaldo, who typically secured top positions on the list, found himself ranked 829th. The day after the gala, the Portuguese star took to the field to play for Al Nassr, but his opponents didn’t miss the chance to remind him of Messi’s 8th Ballon d’Or win.



<h2>Cristiano Ronaldo rages after hearing fans chant for Lionel Messi</h2>



After days of speculation, Messi clinched his 8th Ballon d’Or. Despite earlier rumors of stiff competition with Erling Haaland, winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup proved to be the decisive factor.


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With this win, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Inter Miami’s</a> captain widens the gap between himself and Cristiano Ronaldo in the race for the most Ballon d’Or awards. The Argentine has eight, while the Portuguese has three fewer.



Naturally, this latest award stirred controversy, with Cristiano Ronaldo’s supporters expressing their displeasure at the decision. Nonetheless, some fans are using Ronaldo’s frustration to remind him of Messi’s additional individual accolade.



On the day following the gala, Al Nassr took on Al Ettiqaf in the King Cup of Champions. Fans from the visiting team aimed to provoke Cristiano Ronaldo, successfully achieving their goal by chanting Lionel Messi’s name.



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As the chants erupted, cameras captured Cristiano Ronaldo’s evident frustration. He responded to the fans with various gestures, including covering his ear and putting his finger to his lips, signaling them to be quiet.



<h2>How many Ballon d’Or awards has Cristiano Ronaldo won?</h2>



Cristiano Ronaldo is a five-time Ballon d’Or recipient, a testament to his enduring brilliance and influence in football. His exceptional skill and consistent success have firmly established him as one of the sport’s all-time greats.


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Ronaldo’s collection of five Ballon d’Or awards places him in an elite class of players, highlighting his significant contributions to the sport. His unwavering commitment and exceptional talent have propelled him to legendary status in the world of football.


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Cristiano Ronaldo rages against fans after hearing them chanting for Lionel Messi

Cristiano Ronaldo after brace for Al-Nassr: 'I’m different from the others'

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Cristiano Ronaldo rages after hearing fans chanting for Lionel Messi - Bolavip US

Cristiano Ronaldo rages after hearing fans chanting for Lionel Messi

Cristiano Ronaldo's shocking reaction after hearing fans chanting for Lionel Messi

Haters and going to hate, so it should come as no surprise that a Spanish, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/real-madrid" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Real Madrid</a> supporting, journalist would frown upon <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lionel Messi</a> winning his record setting eighth <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/ballon-dor-winners-net-worth-20231030-BUS-81763.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ballon D’Or</a>. AS Television was quick to upload on Instagram Tomás Roncero’s harsh comments about the Argentine world champion. 



Roncero stated, “Hello friends, what we knew happened, they were going to give Messi another Ballon d’Or. He went to retire in Miami, but last season seemed retired at PSG, (Messi) was only preparing to play in the World Cup. He won the World Cup, yes, well, but with 6 penalties. The World Cup was 10 months ago, we are in November.



“Messi has eight Ballon d’Ors and should only have five: he won the Iniesta/Xavi Ballon d’Or in 2010, Lewandowski who won 6 trophies in one season in 2021, and Haaland who was the top scorer of everything, in 2023.”



<h2>Cristiano Ronaldo likes and comments on Tomás Roncero’s rant</h2>


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 CR7 could not hold back that he still has fans in Madrid and liked and commented with a laugh face emoji which was world press within minutes. For <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cristiano Ronaldo</a> it was the third year straight he has not factored in the conversation of the Ballon D’Or, while Messi has been nominated for the award in three of the last four editions, winning all three of them.



 When it comes to his stats, they speak for themselves, Messi scored 18 goals in 14 games for Argentina in 2022 as the Albiceleste was on course to win their third World Cup. In 2023, Messi has 8 goals in 6 games for the national team. 



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At the club level Messi won a French League with disorganized PSG, and still scored 21 goals in 42 games. Then he arrived at Inter Miami where he has set MLS on fire and gave a last place team their first ever championship.



<h2>Who is Tomás Roncero? </h2>



A good question, Tomás Roncero is one of a long line of yellow anti- Barcelona journalists and has been working in media since 1995. 


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Roncero is one of many journalists who speak their mind on the famous El Chiringuito de Jugones, and he has even appeared in movies in Spain.

Cristiano Ronaldo comments and likes Instagram post of Spanish anti-Messi troll journalist

Cristiano Ronaldo comments and likes Instagram post of Spanish anti-Messi troll journalist - Bolavip US

Winning the<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ballon-d%27or" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Ballon d’Or</a> is an honor very few soccer players have ever had, in recent years many observers and fans have had to watch <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lionel Messi</a> and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cristiano Ronaldo</a> battle it out over world soccer’s biggest individual prize. Before the Messi – CR7 battles the award was a little more spread out. 



Winners have ranged from Roberto Baggio, Johan Cruyff, Michel Platini, Ronaldinho, and George Weah. Many of these players have gone on to become legends of the game and carve out a great life for themselves. 



The Sun published an article on the net worth of some of the past Ballon d’Or winners, it’s a list of who’s who in the soccer world.



<h2>Lionel Messi </h2>



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Messi recently signed a huge mega deal with Inter Miami and Major League Soccer, his net worth in 2023 could be in the $127 million range although due to various incentives he could earn nearly double what has been listed. 



<h2>Cristiano Ronaldo </h2>



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CR7 signed a mega deal with Al- Nassr and has a near lifetime contract with Nike estimated to be worth in the $1 billion range. The Portuguese international still has some of the best endorsements on the planet and he continues to be a prime figure in all of soccer. In 2023 CR7 is estimated to earn $440 million. 


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<h2>Luis Figo </h2>



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The one-time best winger in the world won the Ballon d’Or while playing at Real Madrid, according to The Sun the net worth of Figo is still in the $50 million range. 



<h2>Other Ballon d’Or winners net worth </h2>



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Kaka is slated to have a net worth of $90 million, Zinedine Zidane $63 million, and Karim Benzema with $76 million.


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