Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo has officially joined the historic debate surrounding football’s greatest player, placing Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi ahead of Al-Nassr’s Cristiano Ronaldo. During a recent guest appearance on the AwayDays YouTube channel, the 25-year-old Ghana international shared his perspective on the two legendary captains, who have collectively defined the sport for over two decades.
While Semenyo expressed profound respect for Ronaldo’s unprecedented achievements and physical longevity, he ultimately identified as a partisan of the Argentine World Cup winner.
The discussion arrives as both icons enter the twilight of their illustrious careers, with the global football community anticipating their potential final appearances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Semenyo acknowledged the “unbelievable” impact both players continue to have on the game, even as they compete in different hemispheres. However, the Premier League attacker did not hesitate when prompted to choose between the two individualities, citing his personal admiration for Messi’s style of play.
“Messi 100%. I’m not downplaying what Ronaldo has done. What he has done is unbelievable. And what they are both doing is great. But personally, I’m a Messi fan,” Semenyo said during the interview segment.
The Bournemouth star’s comments have resonated across social media, where fans continue to weigh the merits of Messi’s technical brilliance against Ronaldo’s relentless scoring record. Semenyo himself is enjoying a standout season in the English top flight, and his endorsement further cements Messi’s influence among the current generation of professional players. As the 2026 World Cup approaches, the rivalry between the two veterans remains a central narrative in the sporting world.
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