Published 16:40 IST, May 12th 2020

Arsene Wenger settles heavily-contested Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo debate

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has finally spoken on the Messi vs Ronaldo rivalry, saying that he wouldn’t pick one between the two legends of the game.

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Former Arsenal manr Arsene Wenger has finally spoken on Messi vs Ronaldo rivalry, saying that he won't pick one between two legends of game. However, Wenger also claimed that he understands reason why manrs prefer Lionel Messi over his arch-rival, Cristia Ronaldo.

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Arsene Wenger denies picking between Lionel Messi and Cristia Ronaldo

A few years ago, Arsene Wenger participated in a Q&A session with his fans and was quizzed on his preference between Lionel Messi and Cristia Ronaldo. legendary Gunners manr declined to choose one from two superstars while highlighting specific attributes two legends possessed.

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Arsene Wenger, while speaking to beIN Sports, claimed that two were so good on field that it was difficult for him to pick one. He asserted that Lionel Messi possesses a phemenal playmaking ability while describing Cristia Ronaldo as one who’s good with heers and finishes well. He claimed that manrs lean more towards Messi because of his playmaking abilities.

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Arsene Wenger speaks on Messi vs Ronaldo rivalry

Arsene Wenger agreed to fact that Cristia Ronaldo and Lionel Messi were proceeding towards end of ir respective careers. It was time for younger generation to take over from duo, said Wenger, while also claiming that French youngsters may dominate Europe for next 10 years. Arsene Wenger feels that Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) star Kylian Mbappe could emerge as next big thing once Lionel Messi and Cristia Ronaldo’s era comes to an end. He also named Neymar as next superstar, while also pinning hopes on England's youngsters. Wenger claimed he was looking forward to seeing some young English stars in action next year at Euros.

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16:40 IST, May 12th 2020