Why Pele is the benchmark for Jozsef Szabo regarding Messi and Ronaldo.

The perspective of a witness

According to Novyny.live: The former Ukrainian national coach Jozsef Szabo has commented on an eternal football question. For him, Pelé is the greatest player of all time. Szabo, who had the opportunity to face the Brazilian in three matches, draws on his personal experiences. He particularly emphasizes the uniqueness and versatility of Pelé's game.

According to Szabo, Pelé was not only distinguished by his extraordinary talent but also by his ability to win aerial duels, despite his relatively small stature.

“Pelé was like a god on the field. It was impossible to man-mark him. He could be dangerous in any attacking zone and won headers, even though he wasn't tall.”

The benchmark for all future generations

In comparison with today's superstars, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, Szabo remains firm in his belief: for him, Pelé is the stronger player. He emphasizes Pelé's unique abilities and clarifies that Pelé occupies a historical rank that no other athlete can easily attain. Such debates illustrate how much football has changed over the decades.

The statements by Jozsef Szabo underscore the immense legacy that the Brazilian football king has left behind. His artistry and influence on the game remain a benchmark for all future generations. Even though playing styles and eras change, Pelé still embodies an unparalleled era of football greatness for many. The discussion of who is the greatest of all time thus remains alive and is constantly shaped by subjective impressions and generational experiences.