Why Did Ronaldo Refrain from Commenting on Messi's International Retirement?

jordan pulse : Argentine legend Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international football, putting an end to an extraordinary career with his national team, during which he was crowned World Cup champion and won two Copa América titles, before sending a lengthy message to fans via social media.
Messi's decision received widespread attention from football stars and sports figures, who were keen to praise his career and contributions to the game. Support messages were not limited to his teammates and friends, but extended to a number of his rivals as well.
What was striking was the absence of Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo, captain of Saudi Al-Nassr, from the list of those commenting on his historical rival's decision; he did not direct any public message to Messi on the occasion of his international retirement, despite the competitive relationship that brought the two stars together over many years.
Ronaldo Condoled Messi on the Passing of His Father
Ronaldo's stance raises questions, especially since he previously made sure to offer condolences to Messi following the passing of his father, Jorge, when he commented on the Argentine star's post on his 'Instagram' account.
Ronaldo wrote in his message: 'A big hug to you and your family in these difficult times, Leo.. I wish you lots of strength.'
However, despite this humanitarian stance, Ronaldo did not appear to comment on Messi's international retirement, which can be explained by several potential reasons.
A Different Humanitarian Occasion
Dealing with the death of a family member differs from a sports retirement decision; offering condolences to Messi on his father's death was a purely humanitarian stance, given Ronaldo's awareness of the pain of losing a father, having gone through the same experience himself.
As for Messi's international retirement, it is linked to his sporting career and history with the Argentina national team, and Ronaldo may prefer not to comment on it rather than entering a new space of comparisons between the two stars' careers.
Steering Clear of Controversy
Ronaldo's lack of comment may also be linked to his desire to avoid reigniting the controversy surrounding his relationship with Messi and the historical comparisons between them.
Any message from the Al-Nassr captain regarding his rival's retirement would have opened the door to new debates about their rivalry over the years, alongside comparisons between their achievements with the Portuguese and Argentine national teams and their World Cup journeys.
From this standpoint, silence may be the most appropriate choice for Ronaldo, away from any interpretations or new debates surrounding the competition that accompanied their careers.
The Rivalry Is Not Entirely Over
Despite the final chapter approaching in the careers of football history's most famous duo, the rivalry between Ronaldo and Messi has not entirely disappeared, especially at the level of individual records and achievements.
Both stars continue to strive for more milestones, most notably reaching the 1,000 official goals mark, which ensures that comparisons between them will continue even with Messi stepping away from international competition.
Consequently, Ronaldo's absence of comment on Messi's retirement may simply be a desire to stay away from debate and comparisons, while he chose for his previous message to his rival on the occasion of his father's passing to carry a purely human character, far from football calculations.
Source: Rum News Agency

Argentine legend Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international football, putting an end to an extraordinary career with his national team, during which he was crowned World Cup champion and won two Copa América titles, before sending a lengthy message to fans via social media.
Messi's decision received widespread attention from football stars and sports figures, who were keen to praise his career and contributions to the game. Support messages were not limited to his teammates and friends, but extended to a number of his rivals as well.
What was striking was the absence of Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo, captain of Saudi Al-Nassr, from the list of those commenting on his historical rival's decision; he did not direct any public message to Messi on the occasion of his international retirement, despite the competitive relationship that brought the two stars together over many years.
Ronaldo Condoled Messi on the Passing of His Father
Ronaldo's stance raises questions, especially since he previously made sure to offer condolences to Messi following the passing of his father, Jorge, when he commented on the Argentine star's post on his 'Instagram' account.
Ronaldo wrote in his message: 'A big hug to you and your family in these difficult times, Leo.. I wish you lots of strength.'
However, despite this humanitarian stance, Ronaldo did not appear to comment on Messi's international retirement, which can be explained by several potential reasons.
A Different Humanitarian Occasion
Dealing with the death of a family member differs from a sports retirement decision; offering condolences to Messi on his father's death was a purely humanitarian stance, given Ronaldo's awareness of the pain of losing a father, having gone through the same experience himself.
As for Messi's international retirement, it is linked to his sporting career and history with the Argentina national team, and Ronaldo may prefer not to comment on it rather than entering a new space of comparisons between the two stars' careers.
Steering Clear of Controversy
Ronaldo's lack of comment may also be linked to his desire to avoid reigniting the controversy surrounding his relationship with Messi and the historical comparisons between them.
Any message from the Al-Nassr captain regarding his rival's retirement would have opened the door to new debates about their rivalry over the years, alongside comparisons between their achievements with the Portuguese and Argentine national teams and their World Cup journeys.
From this standpoint, silence may be the most appropriate choice for Ronaldo, away from any interpretations or new debates surrounding the competition that accompanied their careers.
The Rivalry Is Not Entirely Over
Despite the final chapter approaching in the careers of football history's most famous duo, the rivalry between Ronaldo and Messi has not entirely disappeared, especially at the level of individual records and achievements.
Both stars continue to strive for more milestones, most notably reaching the 1,000 official goals mark, which ensures that comparisons between them will continue even with Messi stepping away from international competition.
Consequently, Ronaldo's absence of comment on Messi's retirement may simply be a desire to stay away from debate and comparisons, while he chose for his previous message to his rival on the occasion of his father's passing to carry a purely human character, far from football calculations.
Source: Rum News Agency