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Erik ten Hag Praises Messi in Remark Seen as Jibe at Ronaldo

Erik ten Hag Praises Messi in Remark Seen as Jibe at Ronaldo
World Sports · 21:36:01 - Wednesday, 4 November 2026

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has made remarks highlighting Lionel Messi's remarkable qualities, in comments that have been interpreted as a subtle jab at Cristiano Ronaldo. The Dutch coach's statement, reported by The Peoples Person, drew attention to Messi's unique abilities without directly naming the Portuguese forward.

Ten Hag, who has previously managed against both players, did not elaborate further on the comparison. The remarks come amid ongoing debates about the two football icons' legacies.

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