[OSEN] The son of Portuguese soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo, Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., has sparked yet another topic of discussion.
On the 15th (Korea time), during a live streaming with famous Twitch broadcaster Lakai, Ronaldo Jr. said, "Lamine Yamal is better than my father." He added, "Although there is no championship yet, the best player right now is definitely Yamal. He is truly the best," surprising fans.
Ronaldo Jr., who did not hide his admiration for Yamal, remarked, "At this point, there is no question that Yamal is better than Ronaldo. What good is it to say that now?" He continued with his bold comparisons, stating, "If Yamal wins, he will become a player who has everything," expressing expectations for the young star's future.
Born in 2007, Yamal made his debut with the Spain national team at the age of 16 years and 57 days. He led the team to victory, including the finals, in Euro 2024, and has lifted four trophies with his club FC Barcelona, including La Liga, the Supercup, and the Copa del Rey. In the official matches of the 2024-2025 season, he recorded 53 games, 17 goals, and 25 assists, proving his prowess as a "soccer prodigy."
He is praised for having blossomed on the world stage much earlier than Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo. Despite his young age, he has already become a key player for both Barcelona and the Spain national team, capturing the attention of the global soccer community.
Ronaldo Jr. is also a highly anticipated prospect. He has honed his skills while passing through youth teams at Real Madrid (Spain), Juventus (Italy), Manchester United (England), and Al Nassr (Saudi Arabia). Recently, in 2025, he made his debut with the Portugal U-15 national team, scoring multiple goals in his first match, including his debut goal.
Preparing seriously for the professional stage, Ronaldo Jr. has shown greater enthusiasm for Yamal, who has emerged as the "best of the current generation" instead of his father, who has already closed one era. While some voices argue that it is premature to compare the rising star with a legendary player, Ronaldo Jr.'s statement symbolically shows how significant an influence young superstars like Yamal have on younger players of their generation.