Ronaldo vs Messi: Angel Di Maria Tells CR7 Fanboy Garnacho To Snub Ronaldo and ‘Copy’ Messi

Ronaldo vs Messi: Angel Di Maria Tells CR7 Fanboy Garnacho To Snub Ronaldo and ‘Copy’ Messi

Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
updated at January 31, 2024 at 12:42 AM
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  • Alejandro Garnacho has been advised to 'learn' from Argentine maestro Lionel Messi
  • However, Angel Di Maria believes Garnacho can celebrate like Cristiano Ronaldo
  • Despite hailing from Argentina, the Man United star prefers CR7 as his GOAT

Angel Di Maria has conveyed a thoughtful message to Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho, subtly offering insights into the Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi debate and where he might align himself.

Having played alongside both Ronaldo and Messi, Di Maria encourages Garnacho to extract valuable lessons from these football legends.

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Alejandro Garnacho celebrates with Cristiano Ronaldo after the latter scored a goal during their time at Manchester United. Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce.
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Garnacho boldly expresses his admiration for the Portuguese superstar, frequently mimicking CR7's iconic 'Siuu' celebration and proudly donning his branded underwear.

This allegiance adds intrigue, considering Garnacho's roots in Argentina, the same nation as Ronaldo's eternal rival, Lionel Messi.

Despite his Argentine background, the 18-year-old wonderkid openly identifies as a dedicated Cristiano Ronaldo fan.

While Garnacho's unwavering support for the Al-Nassr captain occasionally faces criticism from Messi enthusiasts, Angel Di Maria, Garnacho's compatriot and former teammate of CR7 at Real Madrid, offers guidance to the young talent.

Garnacho told to 'learn' from Messi not Ronaldo

Di Maria suggests that while Alejandro can embrace Ronaldo's celebrations, he should also glean valuable football lessons from Messi.

“If I was Garnacho, the only thing I wouldn't do is celebrate like Cristiano Ronaldo. I would do what Messi does,” he advised as quoted by the The Nassr Zone.

Messi to face Ronaldo in 'Last Dance'

Meanwhile, these iconic figures (Ronaldo and Messi) are set to renew their longstanding rivalry as Al-Nassr faces Inter Miami in a friendly tournament in Saudi Arabia, often referred to as the 'Last Dance,' scheduled for Thursday, February 1, per SportsAdda.

Despite both Ronaldo and Messi being on the wrong side of 30, they continue to demonstrate a strong desire to extend their football careers.

The Portuguese star is currently in top form, finishing 2023 as the finest goalscorer in the world, while the 36-year-old Messi remains committed to Miami, having inspired them to MLS Leagues Cup success.

Di Maria slams Messi critic

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Angel Di Maria responded on Instagram, rebuffing Lothar Matthaus for his remarks questioning Lionel Messi's deserving of his eighth Ballon d'Or win.

As Messi's teammate in the national squad, Di Maria countered the legendary German player's critique of the Ballon d'Or decision.

Matthaus, known for his admiration of the 36-year-old, suggested that Erling Haaland should have received the Golden Ball instead of the Argentine maestro.

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Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe is a Ligue 1, Bundesliga, and La Liga editor with five-year experience. He previously worked with Sports Corna and 360SportsGH.
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