Cristiano Ronaldo beat Lionel Messi at the Globe Soccer Awards and was named the best player of the century.
Cristiano Ronaldo from the Italian record champions Juventus Turin was named the best player of the century (2001-2020) at the Globe Soccer Awards and was able to prevail against his eternal rival Lionel Messi (FC Barcelona).
“It’s a pleasure to win titles,” said the five-time Ballon d’Or winner at the event, emphasizing: “It’s not easy to be at the top for many years. I’m very proud, but without one Team, great coaches and clubs, that’s not possible. “
Ronaldo after individual award: “I couldn’t be happier”
After the award, Ronaldo also expressed his joy Twitter: “I couldn’t be happier with today’s award! As I am celebrating my 20th season as a professional footballer, the Globe Soccer Player Of The Century is a recognition that I am very proud and happy to receive,” said the 35- Yearlings.
Couldn’t be happier with tonight’s award! As I’m about to celebrate my 20th year as a professional footballer, Globe Soccer Player Of The Century is a recognition that I receive with so much joy and pride! @Globe_Soccer #globesoccer pic.twitter.com/sAIl3V8ezz
– Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) December 27, 2020
In the category of the best player of the year, however, Ronaldo had to admit defeat against Robert Lewandowski from FC Bayern. As with the FIFA The Best Awards, the two players and Messi were shortlisted.
Pep Guardiola, currently under contract with Manchester City, has also been honored as the best coach of the century. The 49-year-old was not personally present at the award ceremony, but accepted the award in an excellent video message.
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