Forward of Real Madrid Cristiano Ronaldo has determined his place in football history.

Portuguese footballer repeated the record of Leo Messi and won the fifth Golden Ball. After receiving the award, Ronaldo compared himself and Messi, and also called himself the best player in the history of football.

"I did not think that I could overtake Messi by the number of Golden Balls won, when he won his fourth ball, I thought it was very difficult. But things are changing, football gives the opportunity to work on themselves and try to move forward, "- said Ronaldo in an interview with France Football.

"I'm the best football player in history. The better you become, the more you are criticized and I see that I am often criticized, but at the same time many protect me ".

Note that on the eve of Ronaldo also recognized as the best player of the tour in the Champions League.