After his impressive performances in the LaLiga and Champions League, Vinicius Junior is a top contender for this year's Ballon d'Or. However, the young Brazilian winger has recently changed his mind on the age-old debate of who is the greatest player of all time between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Despite being heavily linked to Barcelona, Vinicius chose Messi over Ronaldo in a 2017 interview with Flamengo's social media team. But with his recent form, it's unclear if he still holds that belief.
Vinicius Junior's Ballon d'Or Contention and His Choice Between Messi and Ronaldo
After a series of extraordinary performances for Real Madrid CF in both LaLiga and the Champions League, Vinicius Junior has emerged as a leading candidate for this year's Ballon d'Or award. However, the Brazilian winger's recent comments have reignited the age-old debate about who is the greatest player of all time: Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo.
Vinicius's Previous Choice: Messi
In a 2017 interview with Flamengo's social media team, Vinicius Junior unequivocally stated that Lionel Messi was the greatest player in history. Despite being linked to Barcelona at the time, Vinicius's admiration for the Argentinian superstar was evident.
Recent Form and Ballon d'Or Contention
In recent months, Vinicius Junior has taken his game to a new level. His blistering pace, dribbling skills, and goalscoring prowess have made him one of the most exciting attackers in the world. His contributions to Real Madrid's success in both domestic and European competitions have propelled him into the Ballon d'Or discussion.
Unclear Current Preference
It is unclear whether Vinicius Junior still holds the same view about Messi's superiority over Ronaldo. With his recent form and achievements, he may have reconsidered his previous stance. However, Vinicius has not publicly commented on the matter since his 2017 interview.
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Conclusion
Vinicius Junior's Ballon d'Or contention has brought the Messi-Ronaldo debate back into focus. While his previous preference was for Messi, it remains to be seen if his recent performances have influenced his opinion. As the Ballon d'Or ceremony approaches, the question of who is the greatest of all time will continue to be debated, with Vinicius Junior's perspective adding a new layer of intrigue to the discussion.
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