Ronaldo’s Work Ethic Puts Him Ahead Of Messi

Roman Weidenfeller, former Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper, named Cristiano Ronaldo the toughest opponent he ever faced, praising his discipline, confidence, and relentless pursuit of excellence.
Weidenfeller highlighted Ronaldo’s unmatched dedication and preparation, which have allowed him to perform at a high level for over two decades, currently with Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League.
Despite competing against many top strikers like Messi and Lewandowski, Weidenfeller emphasized Ronaldo’s unique impact and work ethic as superior.
According to Transfermarkt, Weidenfeller never faced Lionel Messi in competitive matches, making Ronaldo his most formidable adversary.