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Ronaldo Talks About His Longtime Friendship and Respect for Lionel Messi
Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has opened up about his long-standing relationship with Argentine and Inter Miami star Lionel Messi. For over 15 years, the two have been the biggest names in football, dominating the sport and sharing an incredible 13 Ballon d’Or awards between them.
Now in their late 30s and early 40s, Ronaldo and Messi remain not only football’s top earners but also among the highest-paid athletes worldwide. With Portugal set to face Spain in the UEFA Nations League final on Sunday, Ronaldo shared some insights ahead of the match.
According to reports from Alfremartinezz and Fabrizio Romano, Ronaldo revealed that Messi isn’t fluent in English and that he once acted as the Argentine’s translator at award ceremonies. Despite their rivalry, Ronaldo spoke warmly about their mutual respect, saying Messi has always treated him well.
“Of course I have affection for Leo Messi. We’ve shared the spotlight for 15 years,” Ronaldo said. “I remember helping him with English at the Galas because he wasn’t fluent. He always showed me respect and kindness.”
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“He’s a Problem” – Scholes Speaks on Odegaard’s Performance
Former footballer Paul Scholes condemns Martin Odegaard and speaks on his performance in the Arsenal team.
The football legend shared how it is the captain that is bringing the team down, as he is not playing his position properly “That game on Saturday [Arsenal vs Newcastle], I didn’t see all of it, I probably saw the first half an hour, but I think Odegaard is a big problem for them.”
“I love Odegaard, I think he’s brilliant. Technically, he’s great, but he doesn’t play his position properly. Half the time I saw him in the first 20 minutes, he was almost the deepest man.”
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Peter Obi Condemns Delta Police K1lling, Calls It Abuse of Power
Nigerian politician Peter Obi reacts to the viral incident that occurred in Delta State.
It can be noted that Obi is reacting to the clip of a police officer shooting and killing an already restrained suspect.
Obi stated that it was a serious violation and abuse of power “The extrajudicial killing of a young Nigerian in Effurun, Delta State, by a police officer, Mr. Mene Ogidi, is not only barbaric but also a grave violation of the rule of law.
“Over time, human society has moved away from an era when lives could be taken without consequence. Through the evolution of civilisation, a fundamental principle has emerged: no one should be punished or deprived of life without due process and a fair determination of guilt.”
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Chelsea’s Mudryk Faces Four Year Ban After Court Decision
It has been reported that a four-year ban has been placed on Chelsea’s player, Mykhailo Mudryk, for anti-doping violations.
The player appealed in court on February 25 but has now been handed his punishment, which is a four-year ban from football.
It can be recalled that his last appearance on the field was on November 28, 2024.
