I am the best player in football history – Ronaldo

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed his admiration for playing at Barcelona’s Nou Camp, despite the hostile reception from fans.

Speaking to Spanish TV show La Sexta, the 39-year-old forward reflected on his experiences at the iconic stadium, emphasizing that the jeers from the crowd only fueled his motivation.

“I loved playing at the Camp Nou. They booed me, they insulted me, and I loved it!” Ronaldo said.

The Al Nassr striker, who turns 40 on Wednesday, did not shy away from declaring his own greatness.

“I believe I am the best player in football history—no one has been better,” he stated confidently. “The numbers say I am the most complete footballer that has ever existed. People can like Messi, Maradona, Pele… and I respect that, but I am the most complex, and the numbers say that.”

Ronaldo, who has won five Ballon d’Or titles and scored an astonishing 923 competitive goals, highlighted his all-around abilities.

“I’m fast, strong, I score goals with my head or my left foot—no one has ever been more complete than me. I am the best player in history. I really believe that.”

Reflecting on his early career, Ronaldo admitted that he could have joined Barcelona before making the move to Manchester United.

“They tried to get me when I was at Sporting. They wanted me, but a year later, Manchester United came along,” he revealed.

During his legendary spell at Real Madrid, Ronaldo’s rivalry with Lionel Messi at Barcelona became one of football’s most captivating duels.

The Portuguese star also weighed in on the recent Ballon d’Or results, expressing his disappointment over Vinicius Junior missing out.

“Vini deserved to win the Ballon d’Or, but I’m not surprised… it lacks credibility,” Ronaldo remarked, before offering praise for the Real Madrid winger: “He won the Champions League and scored goals.”