Man United legend Patrice Evra explains how Lionel Messi could have 15 Ballon d'Or awards

Patrice Evra aimed a taunt at Lionel Messi as he claimed Argentine would have won 15 Ballon d'Or titles if he h same work ethic as Cristia Ronaldo. Evra rubbed shoulders with Ronaldo as two shared a good rapport during ir time at Manchester United. Messi appeared to have ended "Goat" debate by lifting World Cup title last year.

Evra who has been a staunch supporter of Ronaldo has often backed his former teammate. two enjoyed a pretty fruitful time at United as toger y lifted three Premier League titles and a Champions League title.

Patrice Evra explained how Lionel Messi could've won 15 Ballon d'Or awards

With Ballon d'Or ceremony scheduled to be held later this year Messi is expected to be handed hour for a record 8th time. Paris Saint Germain star was recently judged Best FIFA Men's Player of Year.

Evra explained Messi has been a naturally talented player while Ronaldo has earned through his excellent work rate. "I want to explain why I say Ronaldo, it's t because he's our bror. It's because I love his work ethic. I feel like Messi, god just gave him talent and said to go play with those kids. Cristia h to work for it, even if he h talent, he h to work for it.

"I think if Messi h same work ethic as Cristia, Messi would probably have 15 Ballon d'Ors today. I just love people that work hard and that's why I pick Cristia and I kw after World Cup y say w GOAT is Messi or whatever but Ronaldo is different level.'

He also ded if someone is choosing Messi he doesn't have a problem. "If someone picks Messi I will agree with him but it's just that we have a different opinion, we just have to be blessed and grateful that we played with those players. re's wrong answer."

Both players suffered respective losses in ir last match as PSG crashed out of Champions League with a loss to Bayern Munich while Ronaldo's Al-Nassr lost to Al-Ittih 1-0.