REAL Madrid defender, Antonio Rudiger has stated that it is tougher defending against Victor Osimhen than it is to defend against Inter Miami and Argentina man, Lionel Messi.
The former Chelsea defender played against CAF Player of the Year, Victor Osimhen, in the UEFA Champions League Group stage games between Real Madrid and Napoli.
Despite Real Madrid coming out victorious in both encounters, Antonio Rudiger strongly believes defending against the likes of Osimhen and Haaland is tougher than Lionel Messi.
"Defending against tough opponents? It is what I live for. Those are the moments I love – when all odds are against you when everyone talks against you.
"This is how it was with Haaland. I live for those moments.
“It is tough to defend against tall players like Erling Haaland or Victor Osimhen, but I prefer to play against players of this height – rather than players like Lionel Messi, for example,” the 30-year-old said.
Both Real Madrid and Napoli qualified for the Round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League stage, with their next opponent to be decided on Monday.
