Piers Morgan claims Cristiano Ronaldo is the greatest player of all time and ‘even Messi knows’
‘Even Messi knows it!’: Piers Morgan highlights that Cristiano Ronaldo is the best player of all time, after sharing the hilarious moment that the Portuguese star celebrated in front of a banner of his Argentine counterpart
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Piers Morgan claimed that ‘even Messi knows’ that Cristiano Ronaldo is the greatest footballer in history after sharing a hilarious image on Thursday night.
Ronaldo featured in Portugal’s opening World Cup match for Ghana and made history by becoming the first player to score in five consecutive World Cup competitions.
As the 37-year-old celebrated with his trademark ‘SIU’ celebration, he ambled past a banner with his Argentinian counterpart and Morgan took the opportunity to share the moment with a cleverly worded caption.
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated in front of a Lionel Messi banner after scoring against Ghana
Piers Morgan (R) was quick to suggest that ‘Messi knows’ Ronaldo is the greatest player of all time
Taking to social media on Thursday, Morgan wrote: ‘Even Messi knows’ with a goat emoji added at the end to represent the acronym; Greatest of all time.
Veteran striker Ronaldo scored from the spot just after the hour mark to break a tie against Ghana in their opening group game on Thursday night.
He came in controversial fashion with some fans and pundits suggesting he went down easily under the challenge of Southampton’s Mohammed Salisu.
In doing so, he moved into a league of his own, ahead of Messi, Pelé, Miroslav Klose and Uwe Seeler, to become the only player to score in five World Cups.
Morgan has been a longtime supporter of Ronaldo’s ability on the pitch and recently even suggested that his club Arsenal should sign the star from Portugal, after he left Manchester United by mutual consent this week.
sports mail revealed earlier this week that United have not paid any compensation for the remaining seven months of his £500,000-a-week contract at Old Trafford.
The Portuguese star pulled out his signature ‘SIU’ celebration for the first time in months
The 37-year-old became the only player to score in five separate World Cup finals.
The 37-year-old’s departure from the club followed his explosive interview with TV star Morgan, where he voiced his criticism of Manchester United’s structure, past and present managers and the club’s owners.
Ronaldo said: ‘I don’t respect him [ten Hag] Because he doesn’t show me respect. Some people don’t want me here, not just the coach but the other two or three guys. Not only this year, but also last year.
He also urged fans to continue their protest against the Glazer property.
He said: ‘The fans, they’re always right. I think the fans should know the truth, now that the players… we want the best for the club.
I want the best of the club. That’s why I come to Manchester United. That’s why I love this club.
It was announced on Tuesday that he would be leaving the club with immediate effect in a forceful 67-word statement on the club’s website.
Portugal went on to win 3-2 in their opening game, but it wasn’t because of a late drama that nearly saw them cornered by the Black Stars.
Ronaldo gave his team the lead from the point before Joao Félix and Rafael Leao scored to wrap up the three points for Fernando Santos’ team.
Ghana’s Andre Ayew and Osman Bukari scored to bring the deficit to just one goal, but could not find an equalizer, despite a moment of madness in the final moments.
Ronaldo will be hoping to add to his tally when they take on Uruguay in their next group stage match. Meanwhile, Ghana will take on South Korea.
Portugal will face Uruguay on Monday in their next Group H match in Qatar