Cristiano Ronaldo, at 39, has publicly stated he believes he's the most complete football player ever, underscoring his extensive records including being the highest men's goalscorer with 923 goals. He argues that while fans may prefer legends like Messi, Pelé, or Maradona, his statistical accomplishments in various scoring techniques highlight his versatility. In a recent interview, he expressed his enduring competitiveness and motivation, stating that he remains engaged in football and sets himself apart from peers who may have retired earlier.
I'm talking about numbers. I think I'm the most complete player to have existed. In my opinion, I think it's me. I do everything well in football: with my head, free kicks, left foot. I'm fast, I'm strong.
Who's the best goalscorer in history? It's about numbers. Full stop. I was looking the other day, and not being left-footed, I'm in the top 10 goalscorers with their left foot in history.
One thing is taste -- if you like Messi, Pelé, Maradona, I understand that and I respect that -- but saying Ronaldo isn't complete... I'm the most complete.
I'm so competitive that sometimes I forget what I've achieved... I think that's the difference with others. Somebody else in my position would have left football 10 years ago. I'm different, full stop.
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