In October 2023, Ronaldo stirred controversy by liking and commenting on an Instagram post that argued Messi did not deserve more than five Ballon ... Messi now has 8 Ballon d'Ors, but he should ...
Ronaldo, who has won five Ballon d'Ors but was not shortlisted for this year's prize, criticised France Football magazine. "You know these galas, they always do the same thing," he said.