Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo enjoyed a fierce rivalry that spanned over a decade - and their families also got involved in the war of words off the pitch

Cristiano Ronaldo gave a surprising reply to opposition fans who aimed Lionel Messi chants to him.Throughout his career, Ronaldo has been subject to hostile reception from opposition fans. One of the most common is for fans to chant Lionel Messi's name to antagonize the Portuguese superstar.

When we hear the term “world’s richest footballer,” we may automatically think of Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi, as they have been two of the highest-paid footballers in the modern era.As per The Mirror,

This rivalry between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo is, or at least was, the greatest the sport has ever seen.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo's rivalry dominated football for well over a decade, and their families were also involved in the fierce battle.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo spent years competing with one another for the crown of 'best footballer on the planet', and their families also joined in the heated discussions at times

Leonardo Bonucci faced off against Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo on multiple occasions, but the Juventus legend chose a former Liverpool star as his toughest opponent

Cristiano Ronaldo was once again jeered by opposition fans, who also chanted his arch-rival Lionel Messi’s name.