1) Cristiano Ronaldo to Real Madrid
The Ronaldo-Messi rivalry is the most talked about in Europe and indeed across the globe. But that would have never happened if Ronaldo had never moved to Real Madrid after leaving Manchester United.
Yes, the rivalry would have probably still existed but the intensity and the direct nature of it would not have happened without him playing in la Liga. Along with their scoring records and trophies, the duo have dominated the individual awards as well.
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The Ballon d’ Or which is the most prestigious individual award in football has been won by either of the two in the last eight years. It’s not only awards but the way they have pushed each other to achieve greatness with their teams.
Since Ronaldo moved to Spain the UEFA Champions League has been won by one of Real Madrid or Barcelona in four of the last eight years. This season Real once again have the chance to lift the trophy if they manage to defeat Atletico Madrid.
