The GOAT debate involving the legendary duo of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi will continue to rage on, long after both stars are retired.
The GOAT debate between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo is one that has been ongoing for over a decade.
Fans are split on who the true greatest is, from Africa to Europe and to every city that follows the beautiful game.
Gabriel picks between Messi and Ronaldo
Arsenal defender Gabriel is the latest star to give his take on the rivalry between two of the greatest footballers in history.
The Brazilian was asked by ESPN which of the duo he prefers to which he simply responded:
"Lionel Messi."
There is a school of thought that Lionel Messi ended the GOAT debate by winning the FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Gabriel's reply is also in line with N'Golo Kante who picked Messi over Ronaldo in an interview back in 2018.
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Despite Ronaldo and Messi now playing their football outside Europe, with Al Nassr and Inter Miami respectively, the debate is set to rage on for many more years.
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