Antonio Cassano has sharply criticised Cristiano Ronaldo, stating that he is not even half of half of his Brazilian namesake. Ronaldo dominated the headlines during the recent international break, his dispute with Portugal coach Jorge Jesus leading to him exiting their camp early and resulting in his suspension by the Portuguese Football Federation after disciplinary proceedings were opened.The former Real Madrid and Manchester United star put the saga behind him by finding the net for Al-Nassr in their win over Diriyah.That goal took him to 981 for his hugely decorated career. However, Cassano, who played with Brazil superstar Ronaldo during his time with Madrid, does not feel Portugals record goalscorer has anywhere close to the same quality.In an interview with AS ahead of Madrids Champions League clash with Roma, another of Cassanos former teams, the former Italy forward was asked about his admiration for Azzurri legend Francesco Totti.Cassano replied: He was one of my great idols. When I had the chance to sign for Roma or Juventus,I decided to go to Rome because thats where Francesco had played. Then I had the good fortune to play alongsideRonaldo Nazrio. As a centre forward, Ive never seen anyone like him. He was absolutely fabulous and could change a game like no one else. If he had had a career without injuries, he would have reached an unimaginable level. That wasthe real Ronaldo, not Cristiano, who is half of half of Ronnie the Phenomenon. Topics Al-Nassr FC Cristiano Ronaldo Portugal National Football Team If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read Ange Postecoglou praises Cristiano Ronaldo after Al-Nassr star caught up in Saudi Arabia missile threat Mitch Fretton 13th October, 2026 Cristiano Ronaldo: Al Nassr full Saudi Pro League fixtures 2026/27, confirmed match schedule, kick off times, TV channel and online live streams Ben Miller 12th October, 2026 Cristiano Ronaldo suspended by Portugal after Jorge Jesus fallout as federation opens investigation Mitch Fretton 10th October, 2026 Al Nassr 3-0 Al Diriyah: Report, result, goals as Cristiano Ronaldo scores Ben Miller 9th October, 2026 Al Nassr vs Al Diriyah: Confirmed line ups and teams Ben Miller 9th October, 2026 Tip of the Day: Portugal to win in Larne and goals in the Bundesliga Ben Miller 9th October, 2026
