Overview
- In a television interview with EDYYN, Raúl said Messi is "the best" ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo, Zinedine Zidane, Ronaldo Nazario and Luis Figo.
- He explained that Messi "makes everything look easy," turning seemingly impossible plays into simple ones.
- The remarks were relayed by Mundo Deportivo and then circulated by international outlets on January 1–2.
- Raúl, a Real Madrid great with 323 goals for the club, previously shared a dressing room with Cristiano Ronaldo and faced Messi in multiple El Clásico matches.
- He also praised Barcelona teenager Lamine Yamal as important for Spain but not its linchpin, and said he would like to see Messi and Ronaldo play together though he doubts it will happen.