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Cristiano Ronaldo believes he has the edge on Lionel Messi but insists talk of a rivalry with the Argentine is a media invention. - Corrigan: Gareth Bale interview Real Madrid star Ronaldo claimed the FIFA Ballon d'Or for 2013 to end Lionel Messi's run of successes for the award but the Portuguese insists the perception he is involved in a personal battle with the Barcelona forward is wide of the mark. "The rivalry is formed by the press," he told TVI, according to AS. "I have no rivalry with Messi. We face each other professionally and have a normal relationship." Asked about those who believe Messi is superior, he replied: "You cannot please everyone, it is normal. I have to respect all opinions -- my life does not depend on what people think." He remained diplomatic when pressed as to who he believed was the better player but was confident he is the world's best. "Nobody is better or worse," he said. "Everyone does their job and tries to give the best for their team or country. Both of us want to be the best. I believe that in my profession I am the best and I work hard for that. In my head, I always think I'm better."
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