If the two greatest players in world football were to play dribbler, who would win? Cristiano Ronaldo would most likely win, but if you asked the Brazilian, Neymar would come out on top. Both players are equally talented, and their speed and dribbling skills are unmatched by any other player. However, when it comes to attacking capabilities, Neymar takes the prize. His powerful running combined with agility makes him impossible to stop. Few defensive players can keep up with his agility and power. He is in total possession of the ball at all times, making him a definite player to watch.
Neymar da Silva Santos Junior
Among the many questions pertaining to dribbling, one of the most common ones is whether Neymar da Silva Santos Junior has a superior dribbling ability. The answer is simple: yes. Neymar is a better dribbler than Cristiano Ronaldo. However, there are also some questions about his overall game.
For starters, the Brazilian has a more fragile physique. His impossibly thin body makes him vulnerable to physical contact. One of his dribbles ends up being blocked by a defender’s knee, causing him to float into the air and turn over. In addition, he has a low centre of mass, which means he can turn over easily.
Neymar da Silva Santos Junior’s dribbles are more sensational and sexier. Although Hazard has an easier time dribbling, his skills are equally effective. Despite their similarities, Neymar has the advantage in sheer talent. While Ronaldo is considered the best player in the world, he is slowly losing his edge to Neymar.
Another difference between the two players is the speed. Ronaldo has excellent control of his body while Neymar possesses better footspeed and dribbling. As a result, Neymar has greater speed and is quicker to beat full-backs. He is also a better passer. And this is the key to his overall game.
In contrast to Ronaldo, Neymar Jr. possesses superior coordination while dribbling. He will be even more dangerous in PSG with Messi and Xavi joining the club. Both players used to wreck defenses together in Barcelona. The two players are equally effective dribblers. It’s an exciting debate!
One of the most compelling arguments for Neymar’s superior dribbling ability is his recent injury. While he survived a paralysis injury, he was still confined to a brace during the 2014 World Cup. The injury derailed Brazil’s chances of winning the tournament and a 7-1 defeat to Germany. While Neymar may not have the same speed as the Portuguese superstar, his injury has been the most controversial part of the World Cup.
There are many football players with excellent dribbling skills. But two stand out. Diego Maradona, a Brazilian legend, was the greatest player of all time. He won multiple trophies and was a focal point of attack for his club and country. Cristiano Ronaldo is the most technical player in history, but he has the highest number of dribbles per game.
The former has more attributes than the latter, including excellent balance and touch. While his physical stats are similar, he isn’t as quick as his Spanish counterpart, nor does he get fouled as often. Similarly, Dembele’s dribbling ability is more consistent than Neymar’s. However, the latter has the higher speed and is more efficient at scoring.
Lionel Messi
Despite both players’ tremendous physical capabilities, many football fans would argue that Lionel Messi is a better ball-handler. While Ronaldo has more strength than most people realize, Messi is arguably faster on the ball and might even be the first player in history to run faster with the ball in his hands. Messi’s speed and agility allow him to dribble the ball faster than any player in history.
Ronaldo is a natural dribbler but Messi has much more precision. The Portuguese is better at long-range efforts and is also a better set-piece threat. The latter uses his head to score goals and assists. And while Messi can do some fancy stuff as well, Ronaldo’s consistency is questionable. He often misses matches when he isn’t scoring and gets frustrated by opposing defenders. But when the game matters, he rarely misses it.
Ronaldo’s dribbling skills have been compared against those of other players who have similar talent. Despite Ronaldo’s age, Messi is much younger than Ronaldo. His speed and dribbling skills have allowed him to separate himself from the pack. In fact, Messi’s pace and dribbling attributes are both 88.
Despite being younger than Ronaldo, the Argentinean has far more natural talent and is a true magician. He is one of the best dribblers in history, and his passes and shots are as precise as a brain surgeon. The Argentinean has a knack for weaving through the defense, putting the ball past the goalkeeper with a beautiful dribble.
While Ronaldo may be a better passer, Messi has far more goals and assists. He is also an incredible playmaker. His dribbling skills have made him a leader. With the help of Xavi and Guardiola, Messi has become the best player at Barcelona. Ronaldo, on the other hand, is a great goal scorer.
While both players have their strengths and weaknesses, they are not equal. Messi’s goal-per-game ratio is better, while Ronaldo’s assists are less impressive. However, the two are close when it comes to assists. Messi is better at scoring goals, while Ronaldo is better at dribbling in the air. However, Ronaldo has a better goal-scoring record than Messi.
A good dribbling player has a wide range of skills. Ronaldo’s success rate is significantly lower the more dribbles he attempts. However, the average player completes fewer dribbles than Messi. While dribbling is more important for a ballhandler to master, both players’ passing accuracy is also important.
When comparing two players’ dribbling skills, Ronaldo is better at making quick moves than Messi. However, Messi has a strong technique and is able to dribble at great speed and distance. A great dribbling technique involves a slight bend in the arms and keeping the ball close to the body. It also allows a player to maintain his balance during quick changes of direction.
Cristiano Ronaldo
There is little doubt that Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the best players of all time, but is he a better dribbler than Neymar? The former Brazil forward was compared to Neymar in the same article by Ed Alvarez of the New York Times. The Portuguese winger has scored more goals and has more big chances, but Neymar is far more technically gifted and dribbles with the ball.
Both Messi and Neymar are excellent dribblers. Messi has also retained his dribbling abilities, and he made Champions League history against Italy in Bergamo. While Alexander-Arnold is more athletic and has better ball control, Neymar dribbles more than Cristiano Ronaldo. The Brazilian has been a great teammate for Ronaldo and is bound to pass him for the Ballon d’Or at some point in his career.
When comparing Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, it is clear that Neymar is more agile, quicker, and more electrifying. But while both players are considered to be world class players, Neymar is a better dribbler than Cristiano Ronaldo in terms of speed. The Brazilian’s top speed is 31 km/hr.
While Messi has the best dribbling percentage, the latter is much more successful in completing dribbles. He averages a success rate of 86.2% compared to Ronaldo’s 75.7 percent. But the former’s success rate is much lower than his, which indicates that he’s less preoccupied with beating his opponent.
According to Opta and GoalPoint, Cristiano Ronaldo had the better dribbling rate in 2008-09 and 2009, respectively. Despite the sluggisher foot, Ronaldo’s dribbling was still a strength. He chose the right moment and was able to complete 166 out of 270 attempts. Neymar also has a higher success rate than Messi (6.5 versus 61.7%).
The comparison isn’t just about dribbling. The dribbling index used by CIES measures dribbling success rate. In the last 15 matches, Neymar completed 18 dribbles. Cristiano Ronaldo had the same percentage. But Neymar has the edge. The French forward has more fitness and dribbling ability.
While Ronaldo may have more talent and physical ability, the former Brazilian has the superior dribbling abilities. His 6’1 physique is pure Portuguese muscle. His pace and agility are dizzying. And with his excellent dribbling skills, he is a real threat. The Brazilian can shoot with either foot. A closer comparison would reveal that Ronaldo is a more accurate dribbler.
Both players are incredible players. Cristiano has a lot of physical attributes, but Messi has more vision and tactical intelligence. He has more assists and key passes. His versatility and intelligence make him a great leader. Cristiano has superior scoring prowess, but Messi is more versatile and explosive. With the help of his teammates, he has won multiple titles.
