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Emergence of Cristiano Ronaldo’s youthful accolades challenges Eden Hazard’s ‘I think I was better than Ronaldo’ claim

Eden Hazard recently sparked debate after making comments about Cristiano Ronaldo. Speaking on a Belgian TV show, Hazard said that in terms of pure footballing ability, he believes he was better than Ronaldo. “I don’t want to create a debate,” Hazard said. “But when it comes to pure footballing ability, I think I was better than Ronaldo. He scores more goals, yes, but I don’t think he was a better footballer than me.”

Hazard‘s comments have been met with mixed reactions. Some fans agree with the former Chelsea star, highlighting his dribbling skills and creativity on the pitch. Others, however, point to Ronaldo‘s superior goalscoring record and overall trophy haul as evidence of his greater ability.

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However, the narrative has taken a fresh turn with the discovery of Ronaldo’s accolades in the 2006-07 season at Manchester United. At just 22, he swept the boards, winning the PFA Players’ Player of the Year, PFA Young Player of the Year, PFA Fans’ Player of the Year, FWA Footballer of the Year, and PL Player of the Season awards. This impressive feat, coupled with his 23 goals and 14 assists that season, has left many fans criticizing Hazard’s statement.

While Hazard emphasizes “pure football,” Ronaldo’s early dominance suggests exceptional talent transcending individual skills. His achievements came under the watchful eyes of some reputed coaches and managers at a renowned club, making them even more significant.

Some fans believe that Ronaldo is comfortably clear of Hazard, while others believe that the Belgian is right in terms of the “pure football” statement. The debate is further complicated by the inherent subjectivity involved. What constitutes “better” is ultimately a matter of personal preference and how one weighs different aspects of the game. Some might prioritize technical wizardry and dribbling skills, while others might value goalscoring prowess and leadership qualities.

Adding another layer to the complexity is the inclusion of Lionel Messi in the equation. The eternal Messi-Ronaldo debate, now potentially has a third contender in Hazard, with his “pure football” claim. This creates a multi-faceted discussion where individual preferences and varying definitions of “better” clash.