Piers Morgan: Messi's retirement settles the debate over the best in Ronaldo's favour
Broadcaster Piers Morgan has claimed that Lionel Messi's retirement from international football settles the 'GOAT' debate in favor of Cristiano Ronaldo. Morgan cited Ronaldo's higher international goal tally as the deciding factor.
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The debate between Messi and Ronaldo is a significant cultural touchstone in global sports, often polarizing fan bases.
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Piers Morgan, the famous broadcaster, has weighed in on Lionel Messi's decision to retire from international football on Monday.
Morgan wrote on his "X" account: "Breaking: Lionel Messi retires from international football, after scoring 125 goals for the Argentina national team, placing him second on the list of highest international goalscorers."
His follow-up went further: "Cristiano Ronaldo has scored 146 goals for the Portugal national team, the highest figure in the history of football at international level. This settles the debate over who is the best player in history."
The broadcaster shares a close friendship with Ronaldo, the Al-Nassr and Portugal star.
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