Ronaldo's son: Yamal is better than my father... but!

Cristiano Ronaldo's son, Cristiano Jr., sparked widespread controversy after his candid comment on the growing comparison between his father and Barcelona's young star, Lamine Yamal. Jr. currently plays for the under-15 youth team of Saudi club Al-Nassr and was recently called up to the Portugal youth team, taking his first steps toward following in his father's footsteps on the pitch. The controversy between Ronaldo and Yamal resurfaced after they met in the 2025 UEFA Nations League final, where Cristiano Ronaldo led Portugal to victory after defeating Spain on penalties in an exciting match that ended in a 2-2 draw, with Ronaldo scoring the decisive equalizer. Cameras captured a controversial scene during the award ceremony when Yamal turned his face while shaking Ronaldo's hand, sparking mixed reactions in the media. In an interview with content creator Rakai, Cristiano Jr. was asked a surprising question about who is better currently: his father or Yamal? His response was clear and honest: "Yes, Yamal is better than my father now... but he hasn't won anything yet." Lamine Yamal is considered one of the world's most promising talents, having won the European Championship with Spain and domestic titles with Barcelona, including La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup. Ronaldo's son's comments have gone viral among fans and sparked a new debate about the rising generation versus the game's legends, especially in light of Cristiano Ronaldo's continued brilliance even in his later years.