Neymar Jr. admires Cristiano Ronaldo, calling him “a monster” and one of football’s greats. Yet, Ronaldo doesn’t top Neymar’s dream team, falling behind Brazilian icon Ronaldo Nazario.
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In a recent video, Neymar named his ideal seven-player lineup:
- Goalkeeper: Julio Cesar, chosen over Victor Valdes.
- Defense: Gerard Pique and Thiago Silva are picked for their Brazilian roots and Neymar’s personal friendship with them.
- Midfield: Andres Iniesta and Ronaldinho make the list, with Kaka and Xavi left out.
- Forwards: Lionel Messi and Ronaldo Nazario are selected. Neymar’s connection with Nazario during his final match for Brazil is noted.
O Dream Team de Neymar:
• Goleiro: Júlio César
• Defensores: Thiago Silva e Piqué
• Meias: Ronaldinho e Iniesta
• Atacantes: Messi e Ronaldo
pic.twitter.com/HGrun1MhaZ— Sala12 (@OficialSala12) March 20, 2024
Cristiano Ronaldo’s absence is notable, mirroring Neymar’s 2022 dream team selection which also omitted Ronaldo but included five Real Madrid players: Sergio Ramos, Marcelo, Kaka, Robinho, and Vinicius Jr.
That team also featured Victor Valdes, Messi, Thiago Silva, Dani Alves, Ronaldinho, and Mbappe, without Ronaldo Nazario, Julio Cesar, or Andres Iniesta.
