Ligue 1 Responds to Ronaldo's Critique Using Messi's Image
Following Cristiano Ronaldo's comments favoring the Saudi Pro League over Ligue 1, the French league's official social media featured Lionel Messi's World Cup victory in high temperatures as a subtle retort.
At the recent Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai, Cristiano Ronaldo praised the Saudi Pro League, claiming it surpasses France's Ligue 1. He stated, 'The Saudi league is better than Ligue 1. In France, there's only Paris Saint-Germain; the rest are finished.' Ronaldo also highlighted the challenges of playing in high temperatures, suggesting skeptics should experience it firsthand.
In response, Ligue 1's official social media account posted an image of Lionel Messi celebrating Argentina's World Cup victory, captioned: 'Messi playing at 38 degrees.' This subtle retort references Messi's performance in Qatar's heat, indirectly countering Ronaldo's remarks.
Ronaldo's comments have sparked discussions about the comparative quality of European and Middle Eastern football leagues, with this exchange adding to the ongoing debate.
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