The Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo sparked notable reactions following statements made by the English legend Gary Lineker, in which he chose the Argentine star Lionel Messi as the best player in the history of football.

Media reports revealed that Ronaldo unfollowed Lineker on the "Instagram" platform, a move interpreted as an indirect response to his statements favoring Messi, amid the ongoing debate between the two stars over the title of "the greatest."

For his part, Lineker expressed great respect for Ronaldo but emphasized his belief that Messi surpasses him in terms of talent and impact on the field, noting that his opinion does not diminish the value of the Portuguese star and his exceptional career.

This incident revives one of the most famous rivalries in the history of football, as the debate continues between supporters of Messi and Ronaldo, with stars and analysts still divided on who is the best player in the history of the game.