Ronaldo is complete than Messi, says Disu

A former Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) says he prefers Cristiano

 Ronaldo to his Ballon d’Or rival, Lionel Messi. Tunde Disu made the disclosure in an interview 

with newsmen on Friday in Lagos after Ronaldo emerged winner of the 2017 Ballon d’Or award.

Ronaldo emerged winner of the prestigious award for s record fifth time to draw level with Messi.

 The Portuguese was honoured at a gala night at the Eiffel Tower in Paris. It was a back-to-back 

win for the 32-year-old, who helped his country to win the UEFA European Championship in 2016. 

The fast-paced striker also scored 12 UEFA Champions league goals and 25 goals in the Spanish 

La Liga. He had previously won the Ballon d’Or in 2008, 2013, 2014, 2017 and 2018 to make it the

 fifth time. “Watching both players on the field is something you will ever enjoy, especially their 

dedication and efforts at bringing success to their various clubs. “For me, I see Ronaldo as a more

 complete player and I will go for him anytime because he is dangerous on air and can use both 

legs effectively. “Ronaldo on the field will always show signs of eagerness; he wants victory and is 

ready to play. He has that exceptional drive needed in every player. “Dedicated players in the 

mould of Ronaldo and Messi are not common at all. Although we have someone like Neymar of 

Brazil but his time has not come.’’ Disu advised other players to take up the challenge from 

Ronaldo and Messi to help their clubs attain the height which both players had achieved. “I am not 

surprised at their dominance in football for 10 years now. They merit all the awards and they are 

undisputable. Who has come closer to what they have achieved individually? “For both players, 

they helped their clubs achieve a great deal. See their commitment on the field of play and their

 goals which have helped their clubs win laurels. “Both players are world-class which we may not 

be able to replace now, it is a challenge other players must rise up to. They need to be on their 

level. “I expect other players to be game changers just like Ronaldo and Messi, let them help their 

clubs win their local league and champions’ league.  Players like Hazard should also step up,’’ said Disu.