Overview
- Chiesa told Sky Sports that Lionel Messi is the best footballer in history after acknowledging both Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as the era’s standout players.
- He described his 2020–21 season with Ronaldo at Juventus as an inspiration, highlighting the Portuguese forward’s dedication and mental strength.
- Reports note the pair featured together in 34 matches for Juventus, combining for six goals before Ronaldo departed for Manchester United in 2021.
- Goal points out Messi’s record eight Ballon d’Or awards as context to Chiesa’s verdict on the long-running greatness debate.
- Recent reporting also reiterates Ronaldo’s late-career context, including his Al-Nassr contract extension, a perfect eight-game league start, and his stance that a World Cup would not redefine his legacy.