World Cup 2026: Cafu snubs Ronaldo, names four greatest players of in history
Cafu Names Four Greatest Football Players, Excludes Cristiano Ronaldo
Brazilian football legend Cafu has expressed his views on the greatest players in the history of the sport, notably omitting Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo from his list. In a recent interview with the Spanish newspaper El Mundo, the former defender highlighted Argentinean star Lionel Messi, alongside Ronaldinho, Diego Maradona, and Pelé, as the four most influential figures in football.
Cafu’s comments followed Messi’s recent hat-trick that helped Argentina secure a 3-0 victory over Algeria in the World Cup. He praised the impact these players have had on the game, stating, “Maradona is the embodiment of football art, as are Messi, Pelé, and Ronaldinho. So, when I see those unique and brilliant players, I really enjoy it.”
He further asserted, “In my opinion, these four players are on par and are the four greatest players in history. These four players truly changed the sport and are still changing it today.”
