Former Chelsea And French striker Loic Remy has weighed in the debate about Cristiano Ronaldo’s controversial comments on Ligue 1, insisting that the French top flight is “more respectful”. Remy, who previously played for Marseille and Lille, pushed back Ronaldo’s claim that the Saudi Pro League is superior to Ligue 1.
The former striker claimed that the quality of French football has improved significantly over the years. Here’s what he said to plejmo.com (through target):
“I respect Cristiano Ronaldo as a man and for his career, but I think the French champion Technically as regularly they are even higher and you can see that in some of the results they had French teams in the Champions League. “
The former Premier League star has acknowledged that the top sides of Saudi Arabia have been reinforced in recent years, but have remained convinced of the overall quality of the championship. Added:
“I can’t say much about Saudi Arabia because I have never played there, but I think the first two or three teams could compete in France, not the others.”
What did Cristiano Ronaldo say about Ligue 1?
Cristiano Ronaldo caused a dispute At the Soccer Globe Awards in December 2024, when it rejected Ligue 1 competitiveness, claiming that the Saudi Pro League was superior.
“The Saudi Pro League is better than Ligue 1, of course, I don’t say that because I play here. I don’t care what people think. Players have to come here and will see quickly. Just try to sprints in 38, 39, 40 degrees … come and you will see.
He also took a blow to Paris Saint-Germain dominance in France, arguing that no other club could compete with their financial power.
“In France, they only have PSG, everyone else is over. No one can beat them because they have the most money and the best players,” the Portuguese added.
Ronaldo’s observations were not well left with various elements linked to Ligue 1, who have since questioned his attitude, pointing out the steady rise of French football on the European scene.
Despite criticism, the Portuguese image remains committed to Saudi Arabia’s football and reportedly expanded its al-Nassr crash. The 40 -year -old continues his pursuit of 1,000 career goals, remaining one of the biggest names in the sport, despite the fact that he is no longer playing in Europe.
Edited by Sankalp Srivastava
