10 football legends who picked Messi over Ronaldo

#7. Pep Guardiola

FC Barcelona v RCD Espanyol - Liga BBVA

Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola has a special liking for Messi. He likes Messi due to the ease with which he plays the game and brings excellence on the field.

When asked to comment, he said, “Messi is the best, he is definitely the best. He knows how to play, score and make the other players play. He is always there. With all the respect to all the players, first to Cristiano Ronaldo—congratulations to him for the award—I think Messi is on another level.”

#6. Javier Saviola

Espanyol v Barcelona

Saviola known for his dribbling skills preferred Messi to Ronaldo but hailed the accomplishments of both players. He believes Messi is better to watch as compared to Ronaldo.

He said: "I love how Messi plays football. If I had to choose a favorite player, I would definitely choose him. It is about taste, I like Messi better, but there is no doubt that Cristiano is a great player."

#5. Jose Mourinho

AS Saint-Etienne v Manchester United - UEFA Europa League Round of 32: Second Leg

Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho picked Pele, Maradona, and Messi as all-time greats. "For me, the top three players in history are Messi, Pele, and Maradona," Mourinho said via Express.

Back in 2013 when Ronaldo had won Ballon d’Or, he liked Ronaldo over Messi. He had remarked: "I saw Maradona a couple of times. I never saw Pele. But Cristiano is amazing. This man is the best."