Cristiano Ronaldo Faces Backlash After Calling Saudi Pro League Superior to Ligue 1

At the Globe Soccer Awards, Ronaldo's comments comparing the leagues drew sharp responses from Ligue 1 and reignited the Messi vs. Ronaldo debate.

Cristiano Ronaldo claimed the Saudi Pro League is better than France's Ligue 1, citing high temperatures and dismissing Ligue 1 as a one-team league dominated by PSG.
Ligue 1 responded with a pointed social media post referencing Lionel Messi's World Cup win in Qatar, highlighting the league's competitive depth and achievements on the European stage.
AS Monaco, a key contender in Ligue 1, mocked Ronaldo's remarks with a humorous GIF, reflecting widespread criticism among French football fans.
Statistical rankings contradict Ronaldo's claims, with Ligue 1 ranked as the world's fifth-best league, while the Saudi Pro League is placed 33rd according to Opta Power Rankings.
Ronaldo's comments follow his ongoing efforts to promote the Saudi Pro League, where he has excelled individually but faced skepticism over the league's overall quality.