(Football News) Cristiano Ronaldo, the Al Nassr star, has consistently made bold statements about the league. Once again, during Friday’s Globe Soccer Awards event in Dubai, the Portuguese superstar asserted that the Saudi Pro League surpasses the French Ligue 1.

In expressing his perspective, Ronaldo stated, “To be honest, I think the Saudi League is not worse than the French league, in my opinion. In the French league, I think you have two, three teams with a good level. In Saudi now, I think it’s more competitive.” He emphasized that his opinion is based on his one-year experience playing there, saying, “They can say whatever they want; it’s just my opinion, and I played there one year, so I know what I’m talking about. But I think right now, we are better than the French league; we still improve.”

Expressing his contentment at Al Nassr, Ronaldo highlighted the ongoing development in Saudi football, predicting that the Saudi Pro League will eventually rank among the top three leagues globally. He shared his happiness at Al Nassr, stating, “I feel so happy at Al Nassr; it’s a great move. Saudi is in a process, it will take long… but step by step, they will go to the top level. I think the Saudi Pro League will be among the top three leagues in the world. People in Saudi will be proud.”

Reflecting on his outstanding season, Ronaldo mentioned, “This year I did a fantastic season; I was the best goalscorer. Imagine beating animals, young lions like [Erling] Haaland with the goals. I am proud. I am 39 soon and I am looking good.” When asked about his retirement plans, he humorously replied, “The moment I finish, I don’t know, to be honest. Of course, it will be soon. Soon, I mean 10 years more. No, I am joking. I don’t know; let’s see.”

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