Lionel Messi for the first time, categorically admitted that his rival Cristiano Ronaldo’s departure from Spain has left a hole in the world of football in the country.
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Ronaldo’s move to Juventus in a 100 million pounds deal deleted the rivalry that contributed to the thickness of the game in Spain and Messi admitted that something is missing.
In an interview with FM Club 947 in Argentina, he said, “’I miss Cristiano. Although it was a bit difficult to see him win trophies, he gave La Liga prestige.
‘Juventus are a great candidate to win the Champions League since the arrival of Cristiano, and the match against Atleti must have given them a lot of confidence.”
