Portuguese star, Cristiano Ronaldo has responded to criticism from his former Real Madrid teammate, Rafael van der Vaart, who recently labeled him as “selfish.”
Cristiano Ronaldo, the legendary Portuguese forward currently playing for Al Nassr, and van der Vaart, a Dutch midfielder who had a noteworthy stint at Spurs after his time at Madrid, shared the pitch briefly during their time at the Santiago Bernabeu.
In a recent interview on talkSPORT, van der Vaart expressed his admiration for Ronaldo’s relentless work ethic. However, he did so in a rather unusual manner by describing the football superstar as “selfish.” He suggested that Ronaldo prioritizes personal glory above all, claiming he only felt satisfied when he found the back of the net.
Despite the camaraderie that often comes with being on the same team, van der Vaart’s recent remarks have ignited a spark of controversy. His comments which made their way through social media channels earlier this week have inevitably caught Ronaldo’s attention.
In a typical display of his competitive nature, Ronaldo decided to respond directly to the criticism. He took to Instagram, posting a concise but pointed four-word retort: “Who is that guy?” This remark not only questioned van der Vaart’s significance in discussing his career but also underscored Ronaldo’s confidence in his achievements and legacy.