World Cup 2026: Cafu snubs Ronaldo, names four greatest players of in history 

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Brazilian legend Cafu has snubbed Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo while naming the four greatest players in football history.

Cafu spoke in an interview with the Spanish newspaper “El Mundo” after watching Argentina captain Lionel Messi netted a hat-trick as his country defeated Algeria 3-0 in the World Cup this week.

The former defender insisted that the likes of Messi, Ronaldinho, Diego Maradona and Pele are the greatest players in football history, adding that they have changed the sport.

“Maradona is the embodiment of football art, as are Messi, Pele, and Ronaldinho. So, when I see those unique and brilliant players, I really enjoy it,” Cafu said.

“In my opinion, these four players are on par and are the four greatest players in history. 

“These four players truly changed the sport and are still changing it today.”

Source: Daily Post Nigeria

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