Endrick, jewel of Real Madrid, affirms that he prefers Pelé and Cristiano Ronaldo over Messi – El Diario NY

The Brazilian attacker Endrick, whose record belongs to Real Madrid and who is in his first call-up with the Brazilian national team, He did not hide his excitement about facing Leo Messi and Argentina this Tuesday on matchday six of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.although he made it clear that he does not consider this to be the best in history, but rather of this time.

“Messi is phenomenal, he is the best in the world today and being able to play against him, seeing him up close, will be a wonderful experience.“said the 17-year-old player at the press conference prior to the South American classic between Brazil and Argentina.

In that sense, Endrick clarified that the best in history is none other than his deceased compatriot Pelé. “He is still unique and no one is going to come close to what he did“, and also pointed out that, in football in recent years, he is a “fan of Cristiano Ronaldo.”

On the other hand, the forward who currently stands out with Palmeiras, He downplayed the possibility of him starting against the ‘Albiceleste’ since their objective is to take the three points. “What matters to me is that the team wins and, if I have to play, I want to help,” he expressed.

In that sense, the footballer who will reach European football in 2024, spoke about how difficult it was when he made his professional debut with Palmeiras. “With very high pressure, for being in the first class at 16 years old, having been sold to Real Madrid and everything that was happening“.

He added that in the second half of the year, after turning 17, he was able to “settle his head and be happy with life and on the field,” which He improved his performance, established himself at Palmeiras and managed to be called up for the senior team for the first time.

Coach Fernando Diniz will have to decide whether to use a young striker as a starter in Argentina after losing Vinícius Jr. to an injury that will not allow him to play for the rest of the year. Gabriel Jesús is expected to be the center forward and two others will accompany him on the sides.

The ‘Canarinha’ comes to this match without having been able to win in the last three matchestied with Venezuela and lost the last two against Uruguay and Colombia, respectively.

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