“The new generation is here” – Jamal Musiala makes confident statement against Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldos European dominance has come to an end but Bayern Munich attacker Jamal Musiala is enthusiastic about the new generation.
The iconic forwards have both left European football after Messi decided to join MLS side Inter Miami this summer. Ronaldo departed Europe last January, joining Saudi giants Al Nassr.
Next season will be the first time neither of the two greatest players of all time will play in Europe since 2002. However, Musiala is confident that the new generation are ready to take the baton from the iconic duo. He told German outlet BILD I think its a kind of change of era. The new generation is now here. The two GOATs paved the way and that opens doors for many players.
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldos GOAT rivalry dominated European football for the past two decades. Messi, 35, had spells at Barcelona and PSG on his way to becoming a seven-time Ballon dOr winner.
The Argentine icon has scored 710 goals and provided 339 assists in 875 club games during his illustrious career.
Meanwhile, Ronaldo, 38, became a journeyman during his time in Europe, playing for Real Madrid, Manchester United, Juventus, and Sporting CP.
The Portuguese legend bagged 701 goals and 222 assists in 949 matches before heading to Al Nassr. He has won five Ballons dOr during his incredible career.
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