Lionel Messi or Neymar: Who is the best football player?

Pele Says Neymar Has More Skill Than Lionel Messi's.

But Messi Is World's Best Player Brazilian soccer icon Pele is back in the news with more comments about current events and players in the beautiful game, but with a decidedly more even keel than on previous occasions.

In an interview, “O Rei” continued to favor compatriot Neymar over Lionel Messi, who is generally considered the best player in the world, although his comments seemed more rational and less patriotic than his earlier effusive ramblings.

Technically, Neymar has more skills than Messi.

He can go to the left and right, he can shoot with both legs and he heads the ball well.

Messi has a lot of experience, his thoughts on the ball are quick. They are both excellent players,” Pele said.