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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Brazil football legend, Ronaldo De Lima has admitted he cannot bear the thought of Argentina becoming world champions this year.<\/p>\n

Ronaldo, speaking with SportsMail, however, admitted Messi deserves to win the World Cup, although he will not support him and his country.<\/p>\n

According to him, the only way he wants Messi to win it, is if he gets Spanish or Italian citizenship.<\/p>\n

Ronaldo was asked: \u201cIf Brazil can\u2019t win in Qatar is there a part of him that wants Messi to lift the trophy?\u201d<\/p>\n

The former Real Madrid striker replied: \u201cIf he gets Spanish nationality first.<\/p>\n

\u201cSpanish or Italian, whatever. It\u2019s the rivalry between Brazil and Argentina. I have huge respect for them but I can\u2019t bear to think of Argentina as world champions.<\/p>\n

\u201cDoes Messi deserve it? Of course he does! But not with my support! I love him, and he\u2019s going to understand because you can be sure he feels exactly the same!\u201d<\/p>\n

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