Cristiano Ronaldo fancied himself as the favourite for the Ballon d’Or in 2018, but what happened to the five players who he named as his main rivals that year? Of course, CR7 came second in the 2018 Ballon d’Or to Luka Modric in what proved to be one of the most contested awards in recent history.

Leonardo Bonucci came up against the best forwards in the world, but the Italian didn't name Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi as his most difficult opponent.

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 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.

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