Neymar Jr. gets a huge compliment by a Brazilian legend that no one expected.
Neymar Jr. closes his eyes and puts his fists in the air while wearing the Brazil jersey and a mystery player is below him with the Brazil flag. (Source: Forbes)
Neymar Jr. has been a favorite among many football fans across the world, from his young days at Santos FC to his successful time with PSG. The Brazilian player is one of the most skillful players football has ever seen, and despite not having international success with Brazil, he is still labeled as one of the best Brazilian players of all time. There are some who don’t consider him one of the best Brazilian players of all time because he did not win a major trophy with the senior Brazilian national team. One of the greatest Brazilian footballers of all time has given huge praise for Neymar as he admits that the Al Hilal star plays better than he ever did. That Brazilian legend is none other than Ronaldinho. Ronaldinho is a football icon, and to many, he is one of the greatest football players of all time. His skills were amazing to watch but when asked who played better on the pitch between him and Neymar, Ronaldinho said “Everyone’s opinion, Neymar, Neymar.”
Neymar was always seen and compared to Ronaldinho at the start of his career due to his skills on the pitch. Ronaldinho showcased a lot of flawless skill on the pitch, and Neymar did the same thing. Neymar is not equal to Ronaldinho in some Brazilian’s eyes, as the Al Hilal star did not win the World Cup for Brazil while Ronaldinho did.
Neymar and Ronaldinho played a few games together on the Brazilian national team. They played ten games together for Brazil and were involved with one goal together. Neymar, despite not being successful with the senior Brazilian national team, is still respected by Ronaldinho, and the two share a great relationship.
Neymar on Ronaldinho
Neymar speaks highly about Ronaldinho as well and mentions that he was his inspiration when it came to his style of play on the pitch. Neymar said, “Of course, Ronaldinho is a guy who inspired me, not only me, but most Brazilians. He was world champion when he came to Paris Saint-Germain. He has a wonderful history in football, he did unprecedented things, he reinvented the football ‘Joga Bonito’, so it’s with great pride that Ronaldinho is Brazilian.”