Jose Mourinho has given his verdict on who is the greatest footballer of all time – ruling out both Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi despite their illustrious careers.
Celebrating his 40th birthday on Wednesday, Manchester United icon Ronaldo can reflect on a remarkable career to date that's spanned over two decades – earning him five Ballon d'Or trophies and five Champions League victories.
The veteran Al-Nassr striker even netted a brace this week, another impressive feat 23 years after making his professional debut – and he's setting his sights on an unprecedented tally of 1,000 goals.
Ronaldo's enduring on-field rivalry with Messi has defined an era, with the duo transforming the landscape of football during Real Madrid and Barcelona's heyday, eclipsing records set by past greats.
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