Nigerian football legend Austin Jay-Jay Okocha has added his voice to the ongoing Greatest of All Time (GOAT) debate between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. In a recent interview, Okocha revealed that while he admires both players, he personally leans towards Lionel Messi as his preferred GOAT.
During an appearance on Pulse’s *Fun Facts* show, Okocha was asked to weigh in on the Messi vs. Ronaldo debate. Although the former Super Eagles star acknowledged the greatness of both footballers, he explained that Messi’s natural talent stands out to him. “They are both G.O.A.Ts, by the way. But my personal G.O.A.T is Messi. Because he looks more natural to me,” Okocha said.
The debate between Messi and Ronaldo has raged for years, with fans, analysts, and fellow players offering their opinions. Okocha, known for his own dazzling football skills, has now joined the list of football stars who favor Messi in the GOAT debate.
In the same interview, Okocha answered a variety of other questions, including his thoughts on an overrated Nigerian dish and his ideal five-a-side team featuring players he has played alongside.
Okocha’s choice of Messi adds another voice to the ongoing debate, which continues to captivate the football world.
