Cristiano Ronaldo’s Reaction to Messi’s Eighth Ballon d’Or Win Sparks Amusement

Lionel Messi’s eighth Ballon d’Or win on Monday night extended his lead over Cristiano Ronaldo in their long-standing rivalry, drawing attention from fans worldwide. Cristiano Ronaldo, who was notably not nominated for the Ballon d’Or for the first time in 16 years, found himself in an amusing situation as he played for Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia.

During a match, fans from Al Ettifaq began chanting “Messi” at Ronaldo as he prepared to take a throw-in. In a light-hearted response, Ronaldo decided to give up the throw-in, walked away with an irritated gesture, and motioned for the crowd to quiet down.

This incident is a recurring theme in their rivalry, as both Messi and Ronaldo have experienced passionate chants from fans throughout their careers. While the crowd’s reaction may amuse some, it’s evident that Ronaldo’s response to such situations only perpetuates the banter and keeps the friendly rivalry alive.