{
  "id": 11961166,
  "title": "Messi or Ronaldo: Thomas Müller changes stance on better player, names greatest ever",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/messi-or-ronaldo-thomas-muller-changes-stance-on-better-player-names",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-04T16:05:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/04/messi-or-ronaldo-thomas-muller-changes-stance-on-better-player-names-greatest-ever/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Germany football legend Thomas Müller has expressed a change in his stance on the long-standing debate between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi as the better player. During an appearance on The Late Run, the former Bayern Munich midfielder now firmly believes that Messi is the greater talent and has designated him as the greatest player in history.\n\nDuring his early years in the sport, Müller was a fan of Ronaldo, favoring him over Messi. However, as he reflected on the bigger picture, he now puts Messi ahead, citing his outstanding performances during the most recent two FIFA World Cups and his impressive career spanning nearly two decades. Müller explained that his previous preference for Ronaldo was largely influenced by Bayern Munich's losing streak against Real Madrid during Ronaldo's time with the club. He admitted, \"I always lost against Cristiano Ronaldo. He beat our a** with Real Madrid.\"\n\nIn contrast, Müller highlighted Messi's victories with Inter Miami and the Argentine national team, which he found more enjoyable and entertaining. His love for Messi's performances and impact on the game across nearly two decades has led him to conclude that Lionel Messi is the greatest footballer ever.",
  "summary": "Germany legend Thomas Müller has acknowledged a shift in his perspective regarding the Cristiano Ronaldo versus Lionel Messi debate. He now contends that the Argentine footballer represents the superior talent overall and has designated him as the greatest. During an appearance on The Late Run, Müller disclosed that throughout the first 10 years of his […] Messi or Ronaldo: Thomas Müller changes…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}