In an unexpected declaration, Al-Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo has stirred the football world by asserting that the Saudi Pro League (SPL) is as competitive as, if not superior to, France’s Ligue 1.
During the prestigious Globe Soccer Awards, the iconic former Manchester United star expressed his bold opinion, stating, “The level [of the SPL] right now? To be honest, I think the Saudi league is not worse than France’s league in my opinion. In the French league, I think you have two-three teams with a good level. In Saudi, I think it is more competitive. They can say what they want. This is just my opinion. But I think right now we [SPL] are better than France’s league.”
Ronaldo’s remarks have ignited discussions and debates across the global football fraternity. His comparison challenges the conventional hierarchy of football leagues and offers a fresh perspective on the competitive landscape of international football.
The assertion that the SPL could rival Ligue 1 in terms of competitiveness has generated considerable intrigue and skepticism. With Ronaldo’s status as a football luminary, his sentiments carry significant weight, prompting fans, analysts, and stakeholders to contemplate the implications of his viewpoint.
It remains to be seen how Ronaldo’s statement will influence perceptions of the respective leagues and whether it will spark a broader dialogue about the evolving dynamics of global football competitions.
