Ronaldo Jr. comments on rising football stars during livestream

Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. sparked discussion online after a recent Twitch stream with content creator 2xRaKai, where he named his father, Cristiano Ronaldo, as his favorite footballer of all time.

When asked whether Barcelona and Spain’s teenage star Lamine Yamal might eventually surpass his father, Ronaldo Jr. replied, “He hasn’t won anything yet.”

The comment quickly drew attention across social media platforms, as Yamal was part of the Spanish national team that won the UEFA Euro 2024 title.

At 17, he became the youngest-ever goalscorer in Euro history and played a key role in Spain’s tournament victory.

Cristiano Ronaldo Sr., now 40, is preparing to represent Portugal in what would be his sixth FIFA World Cup appearance in 2026, a feat no male footballer has achieved before.

He previously played in the 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022 editions.

While Ronaldo Jr.’s statement appeared more supportive than dismissive, it unintentionally overlooked Yamal’s recent major international win.

The moment has reignited ongoing comparisons between football’s most established icons and its emerging stars, a common theme as a new generation of talent rises.

Both Cristiano Ronaldo and Lamine Yamal continue to draw global attention, one as a veteran preparing for a final tournament, the other as a teenager already achieving major milestones.