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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Lionel Messi has said that the rivalry between him and Cristiano Ronaldo will remain in the history of football.<\/p>\n

When asked if he missed his direct duels with the Portugal international, he said, \u201cIt\u2019s been a long time since we stopped competing in the same league.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWe competed individually and as a team for the same goals.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt was a very beautiful stage for us and also for the people because they enjoyed it very much.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is a beautiful memory that will remain in the history of football.\u201d<\/p>\n

While Lionel Messi made an emotional departure from Barcelona in the summer after a slight disagreement over wages, Cristiano Ronaldo made a shocking move back to Old Trafford where he spent 6 trophy-laden years before departing to Real Madrid.<\/p>\n

Both players have shared 11 ballons d\u2019Or amongst themselves with the ex-Barcelona star claiming six while the Portuguese has five. They are also in the shortlist for this season\u2019s award.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Nigeria<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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