Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel criticized Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo for playing in his country’s 2-0 UEFA Euro 2024 Group F defeat to Georgia. During Portugal’s Euro 2024 campaign in Germany, Ronaldo struggled, failing to score in five appearances, although he did provide an assist.
On The Obi One Podcast, Obi Mikel shared his views on Ronaldo’s performance. He acknowledged the respect Ronaldo commands, even from Lionel Messi fans, and stated that while opinions vary on who the greatest of all time (GOAT) is, Messi’s recent achievements with Argentina put him ahead.
Obi Mikel remarked, “People criticized Ronaldo for taking all the free-kicks and trying to do everything himself, playing every game. My main criticism is his decision to play against Georgia. At 39, he didn’t need to play that game. He should take a break, rest, and refresh for the next game.”
Obi Mikel’s comments reflect the broader debate on Ronaldo’s role and performance as he ages, emphasizing the need for rest and strategic play to maintain peak performance.
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Obi Mikel Criticizes 39-Year-Old Ronaldo, Urges Him to Take a Break
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