Ronaldo and Messi, who were once known as the "peerless duo", have left a deep imprint on football history with their rivalry stories. However, when Cristiano Ronaldo chose to leave Real Madrid to join Juventus in 2018, the situation seemed to change quietly.
During his time at Real Madrid, Cristiano Ronaldo was undoubtedly the team's superstar, and his talent, determination and leadership have helped Real Madrid win numerous accolades, including five Ballon d'Or glory. However, Cristiano Ronaldo, who left Real Madrid, seems to have lost that magical power, and he gradually fell behind Messi in the race for the Ballon d'Or. At the same time, Real Madrid without Ronaldo did not decline, but ushered in Modric and Benzema, two new Mr. Golden Balls, further highlighting the delicate relationship between Ronaldo and Real Madrid.
Messi continued to perform well throughout this period, winning three consecutive Ballon d'Or awards, taking his total to eight and further cementing his place in football history. This contrast can't help but revisit the definition of "peerless double pride", and perhaps, as some have said, it is more like a battle between Messi and Lafayette, the decision-maker behind Real Madrid.
Despite this predicament, Ronaldo's spirit of never admitting defeat has never wavered. He publicly announced that he would be playing in the next World Cup, showing his determination and desire to win. For the 38-year-old, every challenge is an opportunity to prove himself and chase his dreams.
The question of who will be the last king is still full of suspense. Can Ronaldo prove his strength again on the World Cup stage and break the "Golden Ball curse" after leaving Real Madrid?Will Messi be able to continue his glory and continue to write football history?All of this will be revealed in the arena of the future.
In any case, the story of the rivalry between Cristiano Ronaldo and Messi has gone beyond a mere football game, it is a symbol of spirit, representing perseverance and never-say-die sportsmanship. No matter where their careers lead, they will be remembered as one of the greatest players in football history. And the legend of the "peerless double pride" will continue to shine in the hearts of fans.