Fri Mar 14 19:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Prince William Chooses Messi Over Ronaldo, Suffers “Hamstring Injury” Attempting Ronaldo’s Celebration

**London** – Prince William, a self-proclaimed football enthusiast, recently revealed his ideal footballer in a fun Q&A with The Sun. The Aston Villa fan, who was pictured celebrating the team’s Champions League success earlier this week, faced some tough choices, including the age-old Messi vs. Ronaldo debate.

While selecting attributes for his ultimate player, the Prince opted for a mix of talent from various stars. This included Antonio Rudiger’s intelligence, Micky van de Ven’s pace, and, perhaps surprisingly, Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic “Siu” celebration. However, attempting to recreate the celebration at home resulted in a hamstring injury, according to the Prince.

“Well, obviously [I’ve tried the Siu],” he laughed, adding, “And then I do a hammy.”

The Prince also grappled with choosing between David Beckham and Zinedine Zidane, ultimately selecting Beckham. He found the Ronaldo vs. Messi decision particularly difficult but ultimately chose Messi. This choice reflects a common debate among football fans worldwide, with both players having dominated the Ballon d’Or for nearly two decades.

Prince William’s football knowledge impressed Aston Villa defender Tyrone Mings, who participated in the light-hearted interview. The Prince’s fondness for football extends beyond his fandom, as he revealed he still plays 11-a-side matches when his schedule permits. His past football experiences include a Christmas Eve match and a charity game where he was tackled by Jill Scott.

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