While the Portuguese star is prolific in goals, his athleticism and team structure make him a tough rival. However, young talent like Haaland has the potential to become the next big thing. The 19-year-old is tall and athletic and has a lot of upside, as he could become the next Cristiano Ronaldo. While Messi is as decisive as Ronaldo, the structure of his side means that he often lacks the space to score.
Messi
There is a cliched argument that Ronaldo was better than Messi, but this is just not true. Both players were arguably better in their prime, and their physical prowess is not the only difference. Gary Lineker has said that there is a certain amount of luck in football, and that physical prowess is only a small factor. Messi, on the other hand, is far more technically sound.
In contrast, Ronaldo’s career has been more than successful. His recent retirement from the game has led to him becoming a cult hero. Messi, on the other hand, has been in the sport for a longer time. Although he has a better natural talent than Ronaldo, many consider him a magician and a virtuoso. He dribbles and shoots with precision of a brain surgeon. And he makes eye-popping moves, weaving through the defence of his team and putting the ball past the goalkeeper.
As for the future of the game, it remains to be seen how long Messi stays fit. In 2004, he made his first team debut, assisted by his mentor Ronaldinho. His first season was cut short by legal issues and his second season was blighted by a hamstring injury. Afterwards, he was able to recover and scored 17 goals in all competitions. His impressive season ended with him finishing third in the 2007 Ballon d’Or rankings.
As a playmaker, Messi has superior accuracy when passing the ball. He has nutmegged thousands of defenders. His technical ability and tactical intelligence allow him to play any pass – including the bad ones. Whether Messi is more accurate in passing, he’s likely to score goals. The difference is primarily in the numbers of assists. Despite Ronaldo’s superior goalscoring ability, Messi is far more accurate at passing the ball.
Rashford
There have been many similarities between Cristiano Ronaldo and Marcus Rashford, including their ability to score. Ronaldo scored 478 goals for Real Madrid in his career, while Rashford has just 118 goals in two91 games for Manchester United. If Rashford can continue to improve under Ten Hag, he could be a better player than Ronaldo in the future. This article will examine some of the similarities between the two strikers, as well as the differences.
Rashford is locked up at Manchester United until 2023. Although he has struggled with injury and a lack of game time in recent seasons, the young Englishman is confident that his situation will improve over the next few years. Rashford has started only two of United’s Premier League games since his injury, and has been an unused substitute twice. He was also absent from Sunday’s 4-1 loss at Manchester City, which sparked speculation about his future.
The former Manchester United academy product has been linked with a move to Real Madrid and Manchester City, and his recent partnership with the latter has been a major source of frustration for both players. However, Rashford has made remarkable progress throughout his time at Manchester United, and he is widely considered one of the best talents at Old Trafford. He has already made 295 appearances for the club.
Despite his youth, the Englishman has already played for three different managers and coaches at the club. In terms of scoring goals, Rashford has an edge over Ronaldo. With 37 goals in just 127 Premier League matches, he is three goals ahead of Ronaldo. Meanwhile, Ronaldo took 262 minutes to score his goal. And, if you compare the two players in terms of playing time, Rashford has a better chance of becoming Ronaldo’s successor.
Mbappe
Real Madrid have long been interested in signing Kylian Mbappe, a native of Paris. The club need a talisman in the wake of the departure of Ronaldo, Ramos, and Raphael Varane. Karim Benzema will turn 34 in December and Real Madrid are hoping Mbappe will run out his contract. It remains to be seen if Mbappe will stay in the club or leave.
The future looks bright for the PSG squad. Many believe Mbappe is the natural successor to Lionel Messi. It confirms a change of power in the European game. PSG are financed by the Gulf states and Manchester City and Chelsea have oligarch owners. Meanwhile, Madrid see Mbappe as the man to take the club back to the top. So, can Mbappe be better than Ronaldo in the future?
While it is difficult to predict who will be the world’s best player in the next few years, there are some indicators to look out for. Mbappe’s age is still young compared to Ronaldo, but he has been playing in more matches than Ronaldo. His speed and fitness will only increase as he matures. He’s just six years away from his peak strength, which is predicted to come when he’s 25. Mbappe’s talent, goalscoring instincts and overall game-changing abilities are already very impressive.
There are many similarities between the two players, including their desire to win. Whether or not they can reach Messi’s levels remains to be seen. After all, Mbappe has yet to win a major club trophy and he’s only been playing at the highest level for a few months, but this does not mean he can’t compete with Ronaldo on the grandest stage of soccer.
Havertz
Havertz is one of the players who has been linked with a move to Real Madrid and Chelsea. He has been backed by Thomas Tuchel but needs to prove he is able to compete with Ronaldo away from the bright lights of the Premier League. The German winger has admitted that he admires Ronaldo, but he is not convinced he can out-perform the Portuguese star.
While it would be impossible to see Havertz being a more versatile player than the Manchester City ace, he is more likely to flourish as a central midfielder. His attacking role would entail drifting into wide areas and drawing defenders to him. This could then open up space for other players. He has good passing ability but lacks the creative ability to turn it into a goal.
It is difficult to predict the future of football. But, if we look at the stats of Havertz, he can certainly become the world’s best player. His good ball control, excellent positional play, and fine technique make him a top contender. He can also make use of his body, and that is an attribute that Ronaldo cannot match. With his quality, he could be the best player in the world in a few years.
Compared to Ronaldo, Havertz’s stature will be an important factor. While he is still a youngster, he is already better than Messi and Ronaldo and will be a serious contender when the ball is on the table. Until then, he’ll have to prove his worth in the future. So, how will he do? And how can he compare with them?
Mbappe vs Mbappe
In the past, Cristiano Ronaldo has heaped praise on young Kylian Mbappe, tipped him to become the future of football. But who is Kylian Mbappe? This 21-year-old footballer has already made a name for himself at Paris Saint-Germain. What is Mbappe’s potential? We’ll have to wait and see.
Both Messi and Ronaldo have an expiring contract in 2022, so their futures are highly uncertain. However, Mbappe’s future is more interesting and potentially more valuable for the game. Combined with Neymar, Mbappe could form a formidable attacking trio. Despite this, Mbappe has been battling hard to stay at PSG. A PSG insider denied that Real Madrid had made an offer to sign him.
According to a report from El Chiringuito, Real Madrid are stepping up their bid for Mbappe. The news comes as Mbappe reportedly turned down a contract extension from PSG. The news may have sparked a new wave of interest in the star. However, if Real Madrid do get Mbappe, PSG may be more inclined to sell him to a rival.
Both players are star quality. Mbappe will probably score at least 20 goals per season for 10 years. To match Ronaldo’s world class standards, Mbappe must win three or four Champions Leagues and have a prolific career outside of France. Despite the hype, Mbappe can’t match Ronaldo, but he will still be an incredible player and a world-class star.
Both players have been compared on age and the longevity of their careers. Messi is 14 years older than Mbappe and has won six Ballons d’Or. He may even be a contender to replace Messi after he retires. But there is one big difference: Messi was still a teenager when he won his first Ballon d’Or. Mbappe is just a teenager.
