What did George Best say about Ronaldo?

Best was quoted by ESPN : “It was undoubtedly the most exciting debut performance I've ever seen. “There have been players who have some similarities [to me], but this lad's got more than anyone else, especially as he is genuinely two-footed.

What did Man Utd say about Ronaldo?

But speaking in an interview with the club, Ronaldo said: "I was happy, of course, to be back in a club that really raised my career, so it was unbelievable, the feeling when I came back again. It was nice to feel the supporters - the happiness of them was great.

What did George Best say about Pele?

Pele. “The great football critics said that because of his technical skills he didn't seem like a European athlete but rather like a Brazilian athlete who danced the samba with the ball at his feet.

What Ferguson said about Ronaldo?

Ferguson summed up the debate perfectly six years ago by comparing Ronaldo's versatility in different settings. "People say 'who is the best player in the world? ' And plenty of people quite rightly say Messi - you can't dispute that opinion," Ferguson explained back in 2015.

What did Alex Ferguson say to Ronaldo?

Fergie said to Ronaldo "don't join City" before hanging up - and the coded message made it clear to Ronaldo how desperate and determined United were to lure him back to Old Trafford.

"He came as a kid and left as the best player in the world!" Ferdinand on Ronaldo impact at Man Utd

Why did Ferguson let Ronaldo leave?

It was clear that Ronaldo was going nowhere in 2008. Former Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon: "(Alex) Ferguson did not want Ronaldo to leave and in particular he did not want him to join Madrid, as we had won even more trophies than Manchester United, so he offered the player to Barcelona instead."

Who is Sir Alex to Ronaldo?

" Ferguson played a huge role in the development of a young Ronaldo, helping him become one of the greatest players of all time, and was also hugely influential in his return to the club from Juventus last summer after 12 years away.

What did Alex Ferguson said about Messi?

Earlier, during an interview, Sir Alex Ferguson, while speaking about the duo had stated, “Cristiano Ronaldo could play for Millwall, QPR, Doncaster Rovers… anyone, and score a hat-trick in one game. I'm not sure Messi can do it. I think Messi is a Barcelona product.”

Did Sir Alex speak to Ronaldo?

Cristiano Ronaldo has held regular private meetings with Sir Alex Ferguson to talk over his future at Manchester United.

How many world best has Messi and Ronaldo won?

They are two of the most decorated footballers ever, having won a combined 71 major trophies (Messi 37, Ronaldo 34) during their senior careers thus far, and have regularly broken the 50-goal barrier in a single season.

What did Bobby Charlton think of George Best?

George Best

“I often used my pace, but Bobby made it look effortless. And once he got within 30 yards of the goal, he was lethal with either foot. “Because he played a lot on the left, many people assume he was a natural left-footer, but I don't think he was. He was just so good with both feet.”

Who's Better George Best or Pele?

Pele is voted the greatest footballer of all time as George Best comes in fourth. It's an age old debate that will never be settled.

Did Pele say George Best was the best player in the world?

"Agreed, Pele has always stated that in his opinion Best was the greatest footballer he ever saw.

Will Ronaldo remain in Manchester United?

Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that he will stay with Manchester United beyond this summer having expressed his happiness at Old Trafford. The Portuguese superstar made an emotional return to the club last year, switching from Italian giants Juventus.

Will Ronaldo stay at Manchester United?

Cristiano Ronaldo has said he is committed to staying at Manchester United next season and is confident the club will win trophies under new manager Erik ten Hag.

Who convinced Ronaldo to join Man Utd?

Ferguson's 20-second call that persuaded Ronaldo to turn down Manchester City. Alex Ferguson with Cristiano Ronaldo. Cristiano Ronaldo was close to joining Manchester City last summer, but Sir Alex Ferguson reportedly managed to convince the Portuguese star to turn down their offer and join Manchester United.

Who convinced Ronaldo to join United?

Sir Alex Ferguson admits to helping bring Cristiano Ronaldo back to Manchester United.

Who spoke to Ronaldo?

Sir Alex Ferguson has stepped in and spoken to Cristiano Ronaldo to convince him to snub Manchester City for United.

Who said Ronaldo is my boy?

This is exactly what Sir Alex Ferguson said about the Ronaldo vs Messi debate: “It's an opinion that over a hundred managers in the world would say their preferred player where this exaggeration of a world-class player.

Who did Alex Ferguson say is the best player?

Is Messi a Barca product?

Former Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson says Lionel Messi is purely a Barcelona product but believes Cristiano Ronaldo would be a success anywhere in the world.

Is Ronaldo Manchester United legend?

Yes, a respected legend. He contributed a lot to the success of the team while he was there and won multiple trophies including league titles, the fa cup, carling cup, champions league, club world cup and community shields. Moreover, he won the Ballon d'or as well. He's a legend and icon of Manchester united.

Who is Cristianos wife?

Cristiano Ronaldo took to Instagram on Thursday to celebrate welcoming his new baby daughter into his family home. The Manchester United forward and partner Georgina Rodriguez had shared the tragic news earlier in the week that their newborn son, their daughter's twin, had died.

How did Alex Ferguson get Ronaldo?

The completion of the deal

Rio Ferdinand, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes and Gary Neville were pestering Sir Alex on the way home to get him signed as quickly as possible. Sporting was unwilling to sell Ronaldo to a Spanish club, and thus they let him go to Manchester United for a total fee of £12.24 million.