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Pele claims Messi is not as good as Neymar
Once again the outspoken former Brazil World Cup winner has rated Neymar above Messi.
Pele has affirmed that he believes Lionel Messi isn't the best player in the world, not to mention the best of all time.According to the three-time World Cup winner, young Santos and Brazil striker Neymar is a better player than the Barcelona and Argentina superstar, and he also went on to say that Messi doesn't even deserve a place amongst the world's best ever players.
Messi, who has been named FIFA World Player of the Year for three consecutive years, has been brought to the conversation over who is the best player of all time, due to his absolutely sublime performances for European and world champions Barcelona.
Carlos Bianchi believes "Messi is better than Maradona and Pele"
The prized tactician regards his blessed countryman as the greatest player of all time.
According to former Argentine coach Carlos Bianchi, Lionel Messi and his club Barcelona are from a completely different planet when compared to the rest.Bianchi, who coached Boca Juniors, Atletico Madrid and AS Roma, amongst others, summed up Barcelona's Club World Cup triumph over Santos as incredible. He believes the 4-0 thrashing confirmed Barcelona's status as the best team in history.
"We are in the presence of the best team in history," stated Bianchi.
"Something similar occurred to me in respect to Lionel Messi: a few days ago, I did a talk for a business, and in the middle of the conference a Brazilian asked me who I considered as the best player in history, Pele or [Diego] Maradona. I responded with all the respect that both deserved, in this moment I see Messi as being superior to everyone."
Maradona mocks Pele’s fitness after “Neymar much better than Messi” comments
Diego Maradona has blasted his eternal foe, Pele, following the Brazilian’s claims that Neymar is much better and more complete than Argentina’s Lionel Messi.
“He took the wrong pill. Instead of taking the pill for before bedtime, he took his morning pill,” Maradona sarcastically told reporters on Thursday.“He got confused and he doesn’t know what he's saying... I suggest that next time he takes the right medication before he starts to speak, and that he changes his doctor.”
Last month, Lionel Messi revealed to France Football that Pele had not yet offered him the DVD he promised. The Argentine forward retorted to Pele’s claims in a calm manner, stating:
Pele believes "Neymar is better" than Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi
The outspoken Brazilian soccer legend rates Neymar higher than the blessed Argentine.
Brazilian soccer legend, Pele, shocked the press by stating that he believes his fellow countryman Neymar is a far more complete player than World Player of the Year Lionel Messi.Messi, who has won everything at a club level with FC Barcelona, is not only regarded as the best player in the world at the moment, but many believe he is up there with the very best of all time, including Pele and Diego Maradona. However, Pele disagrees with the masses, because he feels that Messi is not a complete player, like Santos prodigy Neymar.
"Making an individual comparison, I think Neymar is better, he's more complete, as he hits the ball with both feet, he can dribble on either flank, and can score goals," Pele declared to Globoesporte.
Pele judges Lionel Messi’s completeness over uninspiring World Cup performances
Without mentioning the name of Cristiano Ronaldo, Brazilian living legend Pele has given, yet another time, his judgment on Lionel Messi’s status in the world of football.
Pele engaged in a lengthy encounter with The Sun’s Stuart Pink. The topic of Lionel Messi popped up during the interview, to which the World Cup hero responded:“I think a 'great' player is defined by their performances at the World Cup. For example, watch Lionel Messi play for Barcelona. He is very good. [He is] exceptional.
“But for Argentina, he's completely different. Compare him to Zinedine Zidane.
“He won the World Cup and was at the top for 15 years. He was a more complete player than Messi.”
Pele believes "Messi is the best" player of the moment
Pele rates Lionel Messi very highly, however, he feels that the Argentine has yet to reach legendary status.
Brazilian soccer legend Pele, who won the World Cup three times with his country, affirmed that without any doubt Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi is the best player in the world. However, he warned that Messi is not yet at the level of other greats."It is time - each generation has your own good player. Messi no doubt today is one of the best players, no doubt," Pele declared to Sky Sports.
Days ago Pele recommended Messi to watch some of his videos, in frustration for the fact that the Argentine international had publicly stated that Diego Maradona is the best player of all time. Messi responded to Pele's words by stating that he would be more than happy to watch them.
Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo: I didn't have any particular idols as a child
Most football stars nowadays mention Maradona or Pele as their childhood idol, but Cristiano Ronaldo can’t remember having a particular hero as a kid.
Cristiano Ronaldo talked to the press on Thursday as each and every Real Madrid player received a brand new car by sponsors Audi. According to the club’s official website, the Portuguese superstar explained that the world of football is loaded with phenomenal legends. Reflecting on the past which preceded his present success, Ronaldo declared:“I didn't have any particular idols as a child. My ambition was to play for my national team because that's where the footballers I mostly followed played.
“I'm sure I used to do stuff I no longer do due to age or experience. I'm always ready to learn and I always try to improve.”
Neymar vs Pele Duel Dismissed By Robinho Ahead Of Neymar’s First Copa America
Robinho has stepped into the Neymar vs Pele debate by attempting to stop any comparison between the sensational youngster and Brazil’s greatest football legend.
Neymar is arguably the hottest striker in World Football right now. The youngster is fresh from his heroic exploits with Santos in the Copa Libertadores and he’s been tipped to move mountains during the 2011 Copa America. This tournament could see Neymar’s career with the national team hit really high standards and some have already portrayed the player as “the new Pele”.
However, although Brazil international Robinho admires the youngster, he has made it clear that Pele can never be rivaled. The AC Milan forward reportedly told Globoesporte on Thursday:
Is Pele Right To “Humble” Lionel Messi With The 1283-goal Tag?
It may be a case of opinions but the king of Brazilian football, Pele, has set a fact as the line that would determine whether current FIFA Ballon d’Or titleholder Lionel Messi is better than him.
Among the World Football’s numerous hot topics is the Lionel Messi vs Pele debate. Many top journalists, coaches and players have had their take on this matter with Barcelona midfield maestro Xavi branding La Pulga as “the best player of all time—better than Pele, [Diego] Maradona or Cruyff.” Back in May this year, 1978 FIFA World Cup winner Osvaldo Ardiles gave a complete explanation of his opinion about Lionel Messi being actually the best player the world has ever seen.
“For some time, I had thought that Diego [Maradona] could never be surpassed, and nor could Pele. But no longer,” Ossie told the media.
Xavi: Lionel Messi Is Better Than Pele, Maradona and Cruyyf
Barcelona midfield maestro Xavi has hailed his teammate, Lionel Messi as the greatest ever player to have graced to field.
Despite having players like Diego Maradona, Pele and Johan Cruyff, Xavi believes that football hasn't seen something quite like Lionel Messi yet. The Spanish international believes that Messi is simply the best ever to have emerged in the business. "He is the best player of all time - better than Pele, [Diego] Maradona or Cruyff. We have to protect him as he is crucial. Without him we would not be what we are."
When asked whether the current Barcelona are the best side ever, he went on to give a very bold and brave statement regarding the Catalans.
Xavi said: "There have been some great teams in history, Pele's Brazil, [Johan] Cruyff's Ajax, [Arrigo] Sacchi's Milan, but in the past 20 years this Barcelona team is the best."
Cristiano Ronaldo Is The Best Ever, Better Than Pele – Jorge Mendes
Cristiano Ronaldo has been crowned the “best football player ever” by Portuguese football agent Jorge Mendes. Ronaldo—according to him—surpasses Lionel Messi, Pele, and obviously, Diego Maradona.
The man, who has already had both fellow-Portuguese personalities Jose Mourinho and Cristiano Ronaldo, easily placed the winger above any other legend in the history of football. Speaking to Expresso, Mendes justified his declaration by saying:“I think this is thanks to his speed, his great technique and his power in the air. People will agree with me over time.”
Mendes then briefly acknowledged the talent of the FIFA Ballon d’Or 2010 award contender Lionel Messi, but went on to pour the rest of his praises on the world’s most expensive player: “Messi is a great player, I have no doubt about that,” he said.
“But the strength of will, character and quality distinguish him (Cristiano Ronaldo). He has now been joined by (Jose Mourinho) the best coach of all time, too.”
Ronaldinho Transfer Saga: Play At Gremio For Free If You Love Them, Says Pele
The Ronaldinho transfer saga has been impacted by the player’s indecision over which club he must join. Gremio, Palmeiras, Corinthians or Flamengo? Ronaldinho remains hesitant at the disgust of living legend Pele.
“If he really loves Gremio, he should play there for free!” Pele told Globoesporte as he discussed about Ronaldinho’s transfer stories. “He is set up for life already, right? That’s my opinion. I played a whole season [at Santos] for nothing,” the Brazilian superstar continued as he cited his 1974 season as an example.
“Santos were in financial ruins, and I gave them my salary to help the club.”
Pele is apparently extremely opposed to the current situation involving the ex-Barcelona play maker. Gremio are actually known to be the player’s boyhood idols as he is from Porto Alegre.
2010 World Cup: The Top 12 African Players Expected To Shine (Part 1)
For the first time in the history of the World Cup, as much as six nations will represent the African continent. They are Nigeria, Ghana, Cote d’Ivoire, Cameroon, Algeria, and the tournament’s hosts South Africa. Among these six teams is a bunch of big names and of rising stars.
Today, LiveSoccerTV.com looks at the top 12 African players that are expected to shine during the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Check out the list of the 12 African players that should rock the stage in South Africa and carry the hopes of the Black Continent. Now the list doesn’t only contain aged experience players. There’s also room for fresh faces like the FIFA U-20 World Cup’s best player Dominic Adiyiah. But in the first part of this coverage...