Portugal’s 2-0 victory over Croatia in the UEFA Nations League saw Cristiano Ronaldo reach an impressive milestone—his 900th career goal. However, Ronaldo’s subsequent comments comparing his Euro 2016 victory to Lionel Messi’s World Cup win have sparked backlash from fans on social media.
RONALDO’S CONTROVERSIAL COMPARISON
Following his record-setting performance, Ronaldo made headlines with a statement that drew criticism. According to Fabrizio on X, Ronaldo remarked, “Portugal winning the Euros is the equivalent of winning the World Cup. I’ve already won two trophies for Portugal that I really wanted, so I’m not motivated by that [World Cup].”
FAN REACTIONS
Ronaldo’s comparison led to a flood of reactions on X, with many fans expressing their discontent. One fan commented, “I’m 100% sure he didn’t sleep the night Messi won the World Cup.”
Another fan countered, “Such a bitter guy, that’s why Messi is very clear. As long as he has no World Cup, he’s still Messi’s boy.”
A further comment read, “The Euros is nowhere near the World Cup. Ronaldo is fond of talking down on every trophy or award he doesn’t win. It’s bad of him, well, it’s actually sad.”
One fan sarcastically added, “Qatar winning the Asian Cup is equivalent to winning a World Cup. Oh, congratulations, Ivory Coast too!”
Overall, Ronaldo’s comments have drawn widespread criticism from fans, who feel his comparison diminishes the significance of Messi’s World Cup achievement.