Cristiano Ronaldo has reignited his long-standing rivalry with Lionel Messi, boldly claiming that the Argentine star “isn’t better” than him. In an upcoming interview with Piers Morgan, the 39-year-old Al-Nassr forward stated, “I don’t want to be humble,” emphasising his unmatched dedication and career achievements.

Ronaldo, who has scored an astonishing 952 professional goals, continues to chase the historic 1,000-goal milestone, a record no player has ever reached. Meanwhile, Messi, currently playing for Inter Miami, has 891 goals and remains the only one of the two to have lifted a World Cup trophy. Their legendary competition—spanning Ballon d’Or titles, Champions League glory, and decades of football dominance—remains one of the most captivating rivalries in sports history.