According to leaks from the EA FC 26 beta, Lionel Messi has received an overall rating of 87, while Cristiano Ronaldo has been rated 85.
Both players have been slightly downgraded from their previous ratings, reflecting their age and departure from Europe’s elite leagues.
Fans have mixed reactions
Social media erupted after the ratings were released. Many believe that Messi deserves his rating for his performances with Inter Miami and the Argentina national team. Others, however, believe that Ronaldo has been treated unfairly, arguing that his performances with Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League justify an equal or higher rating.
The age vs performance argument
A part of the community argues that both players should be evaluated by their current performance, not by their age. “They are lowering their rating just because of the years, not because of what they do on the court,” commented several users. Others, however, accept that age influences the overall rating, especially in a simulator that seeks to reflect the physical and competitive state of the players.
Rating history: a historic rivalry
Messi and Ronaldo have dominated the covers of FIFA and EA Sports FC for almost two decades. Both reached maximum ratings of 94 in multiple editions. In the previous installment, Messi had 88 and Ronaldo 86. The new edition continues the downward trend, but keeps Messi slightly ahead, which has reignited the discussion among their fans.
Justice or favoritism?
Some fans accuse EA Sports of favoring Messi, while others believe that the two-point difference is minimal and reflects the current reality. “Messi is still more influential in the game,” his supporters argue. Ronaldo’s followers, on the other hand, are demanding a review, pointing out that his goalscoring ability remains intact.
The debate between Messi and Ronaldo seems to be endless, and the EA FC 26 ratings have only added fuel to the fire. Although both are in the final stages of their careers, their impact on football and popular culture remains immense. And as long as there are comparisons, the world will remain divided between those who prefer Messi’s magic and those who admire Ronaldo’s power.
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