Gareth Bale, remembered for his role in European football, his style, and his indelible legacy, has once again made a controversial statement about himself. The former Real Madrid star said that if he hadn't been bothered by injuries for years, today the football world would mention him alongside Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
He emphasized that he was the most accurate free-kick player in training in Madrid. However, in practice, Ronaldo often took on this role, and the main shots were mainly executed by the Portuguese. Despite this, Bale reported that his statistics, that is, the accuracy of his shots, were better than others.
Bale recalled his historic goal against Liverpool in the 2018 Champions League final as one of the most brilliant moments of the past. He said that this goal should have been recognized as one of the most beautiful shots in the history of the tournament, but some are not in a hurry to admit it. Bale cites personal relationships, stereotypes, and unspoken pressures against him as reasons for this.
"If I had a different name, that goal would have been historically recognized by the entire football community," he said.
Gareth Bale's remarks sparked another heated debate among football insiders. Some agreed with him, while others argued that these considerations stemmed from the player's perceived inability to fully realize his potential.
At the same time, no one doubts that Bale's talent, speed, strong technical preparation, and most importantly, his unparalleled courage in decision-making have made him one of the greatest footballers of his generation.
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