The Brazilian Rivaldo, harsh with Messi for the contrast with PSG: “His attitude saddened me”

The suspension given by paris saint germain TO Lionel Messi for two weeks for his unauthorized trip to Saudi Arabia seems to be the right decision for the Brazilian Rivald. Although the punishment has not been officially communicated, the former footballer has expressed his opinion on the matter and seems to have let go of the Rosario star.

Talking to the Spanish newspaper AS, the 2002 world champion driver didn’t mince words when speaking of Lionel: “It saddens me to see Messi have this kind of attitude, disrespectful to his current team“.

Likewise, he acknowledged that he was surprised to see a new phase of a “rebellious Messi”: “He has always marked an undefeated in terms of what has to do with discipline. He could have done what he did in another way or wait directly for the end of the season to find an agreement with PSG without creating internal problems“.

The Brazilian also expressed his opinion on Cristiano Ronaldo’s present, indicated by his performance at Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia: “I understand that sometimes players let themselves be deceived by the big contract they sign but then life there is more closed and football is not always as easy as expected,” began the man born in Recife 51 years ago.

And he added, speaking of CR7: “Perhaps he is going through a phase of disappointment and also of reflection on whether the money he is receiving compensates for the not so happy life he is living at the moment”.

But Rivaldo wasn’t the only one to talk about the current world champion, on the contrary Christopher Galtierhis coach spoke about it on the eve of a new duel for Ligue 1 next weekend.

“I was informed (of the fine) earlier in the week by the board and agreed not to comment. I haven’t made the decision”, strongly condemned the DT as he tried to take a role outside the situation, understanding his position as an employee.

He also tried to avoid controversy and referred to the player’s future in the squad, with just a few weeks left until his contract expires. “We’ll see what happens when Leo gets back. there will be a discussionsaid Galtier.

And I add: “There is a big gap between what you (journalists) can say or write and reality. I insist on this, there is a big gap between everything you can invent and the reality of the dressing room“.

Messi has returned from his controversial trip to Saudi Arabia and has not shown up for team training since Wednesday, abiding by this sanction which will not only cause him to miss a couple of matches in the tournament definition but will also prevent him from using the club’s facilities. training institute.