Messi soars, Ronaldo stumbles — the GOAT debate has a new chapter


THE Portuguese team are in a full-blown crisis after the 1-1 draw with the Republic of Congo, and of course, the focus is on their star player, Cristiano Ronaldo.

The criticism is coming in many shapes and forms: Ronaldo does not run enough, he is too old to be at this level, why is he starting, and why is he getting a full 90 minutes — these are just some of the criticisms thrown at him.​

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Say What , A winning factor , Efny Johan , column ,

Next In Columnists

Doubts linger over diverted flight
Varsities need more than freedom
Level up as Gordon, Olise, Kane find their best football away from EPL
Seeking a pause on male menopause
An invitation to trouble?
Complex history, deep pain
Compassion has limits, so must immigration
Behind every finish line, a price paid in silence
Gear up and beat the heat at Sepang’s F1 race
Najib still a thorn from behind bars

Others Also Read