Gerard Piqué knows all of Cristiano Ronaldo's tricks
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The Spain international spent several years alongside Ronaldo at Old Trafford before returning to Barcelona, where the two later became fierce rivals in El Clásico.
Key takeaways
- Piqué says he knows Ronaldo's tricks from Man Utd training.
- He still calls Ronaldo a "very complete player."
- The pair became rivals after Ronaldo joined Real Madrid.
'I know all his tricks'
Speaking to Voetbal International, Piqué said his familiarity with Ronaldo's style comes from facing him regularly in training during their United days.Now that he is at Real Madrid, I know all of his tricks, because he was my rival every day in practice.However, the defender was quick to stress that this insight does not make containing Ronaldo any easier.
'A very complete player'
Despite his confidence, Piqué acknowledged Ronaldo's all-round quality, describing him as one of the most complete players in the world.However, this does not guarantee anything, because I know that he is a very complete player.Ronaldo has already established himself as a global superstar by combining pace, skill and finishing ability at the highest level.
Personality beyond the pitch
Piqué also addressed Ronaldo's reputation, pushing back against claims that the Portuguese forward is arrogant.They say that he is arrogant, but I remember him being friendly and fun.
Yes, it is difficult for him to resist the mirror, but he is a good guy.
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Following Ronaldo's move to Madrid, the pair's relationship shifted from teammates to rivals, adding another layer to one of football's most intense club rivalries.Whilst Piqué may know Ronaldo's tricks, stopping them on the pitch has proven to be a different matter entirely.
