Former Borussia Dortmund shot-stopper Roman Weidenfeller has revealed his preference for Cristiano Ronaldo over Lionel Messi, praising the Portuguese star’s unmatched dedication and work ethic.

Weidenfeller, who faced both legends during his playing days, described Ronaldo as a standout among top forwards like Messi and Higuain. According to him, Ronaldo’s discipline sets him apart. “He’s always the first to arrive in the dressing room, hitting the gym and training hard, and the last to leave,” he said in an interview with The Hindu.

He credited Ronaldo’s commitment as the key to his long-lasting success, noting that even now, the Al-Nassr forward remains driven as ever in Saudi Arabia. With five Ballon d’Ors and major titles across the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Champions League, and Euro 2016, Ronaldo’s legendary status continues to grow at 40, following iconic spells at Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus.

Ademola Lookman could miss Atalanta’s crucial Serie A clash against AS Roma due to an Achilles tendon issue. The winger reportedly skipped training on Friday after suffering inflammation in the area, raising concerns about his availability for Monday’s game at the Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo. With two days left before the match, the coaching staff will assess Lookman’s condition to determine if he can feature.

The Nigerian forward recently broke a six-game goal drought by finding the net in Atalanta’s 4-0 win over Monza last weekend. So far this season, he has scored 19 goals and provided seven assists across all competitions. Atalanta currently sit third on the Serie A table with 68 points, holding a five-point lead over fifth-placed Roma with just three matches remaining.

Barcelona’s teenage football sensation Lamine Yamal has shared his love for Afrobeats, and fans are loving it.

In a recent chat with TTV, the young star opened up about his music taste, saying he enjoys African sounds. When asked to name his favorite Afrobeats artists, he didn’t hesitate—Burna Boy and Rema top his playlist. “I listen to a lot of Afro music,” Yamal said casually during the interview.

His answer took many by surprise, especially since he’s been seen vibing with Nigerian artist Skales. The connection makes sense though—Skales’ 2015 banger Shake Body went viral again thanks to Yamal’s dance moves, sparking fresh attention online.