Brazilian legend Ronaldo has favoured Barcelona star Lionel Messi when compared to his rival Cristiano Ronaldo.

Speaking ahead of World Cup 2018 in an interview with Sport Bild, the former striker heaped praise on the Real Madrid superstar as well as the Argentina, but very clearly stated his choice.

“With his incredible attitude and his incredible winning mentality, Cristiano Ronaldo is a unique player, but I admit that Lionel Messi still adds more magic to football,” he said.

“With his dribbles, his complete way of playing the game, he (Messi) always generates surprise situation in attacks.”

The World Cup winner also explained that the Portugal international’s move to Spain from England has had a great impact on his career.

He said: “The best thing that could have happened was moving to Madrid.”

“At Manchester United it was already incredible the number of goals he was scoring, but in Real Madrid he’s become even more complete.”