Messi or Ronaldo? Koulibaly decides and places another player at their level!

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By: Manu Tournoux

Messi or Ronaldo? Koulibaly decides and places another player at their level!

This is the endless debate of the last 15 years in the world of football. Who is better between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi?

Some observers and some players have their preference and have decided between the two. However, this is not the case for Senegalese defender of the Saudi club Al-Hilal Kalidou Koulibaly. During an interview given to the Saudi Pro Leaguethe former SSC Naples player refused to decide between the two football legends.

The captain of the Lions of Teranga also raises a player to the level of these two men in the person of Neymar, his current teammate in the Saudi squad. For him, the Brazilian is an outstanding player of the caliber of the Portuguese and the Argentinian.

“Out of respect for what they accomplished, I would never allow myself to compare them. For me, I would add Neymar Jr with the 2: what he does with the ball is magic,” he blurted. Words which should please the Brazilian number 10 who has still not made his return to the pitch…

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.