Thursday, 21st May 2026
Khabor Wala Desk
Published: 4th October 2025, 9:05 AM
Argentine forward Julián Álvarez is currently in sensational form, making headlines with goal after goal for Atlético Madrid. In his recent three matches, including a hat-trick against Real Madrid, he has scored six goals and provided two assists, demonstrating his flying form.
Amid this excitement, Álvarez gave a playful “ping-pong” interview to ESPN UK, sharing his views on the all-time best in various categories of football.
Álvarez’s Picks for Football’s Greatest
| Category | Player Selected | Notes |
| Greatest of All Time | Lionel Messi | Without hesitation, Álvarez picked Messi as the best player in history. |
| Best Finisher | Lionel Messi | Again, Messi tops the list in finishing ability. |
| Best in La Liga History | Lionel Messi | Álvarez considers Messi unmatched in Spain’s top division. |
| Best Goalkeeper | Emiliano ‘Dibu’ Martínez | Celebrated for his reflexes and composure. |
| Best Defender | Cristian ‘Cuti’ Romero | Recognised for defensive solidity and impact. |
| Greatest Presence (‘Aura’) | Antoine Griezmann | Atlético teammate Griezmann acknowledged for influence on the pitch. |
| Best Playmaker | Andrés Iniesta | Praised for vision and creativity. |
| Best Dribbler | Neymar Jr. | Selected for flair and skill on the ball. |
Álvarez’s admiration for his teammates is clear. While Messi dominates most categories, Álvarez is quick to highlight Griezmann for his on-field presence, calling him “Grizi” without hesitation.
Maintaining his impressive form, Álvarez will next feature in La Liga’s Round 8 as Atlético Madrid travel to face Celta de Vigo on Sunday, 5 October. Currently in sixth place, seven points behind Barcelona, a win is crucial for Atlético’s campaign.
Following club duty, Álvarez will return to Argentina for international duty, participating in two friendly matches against Venezuela and Puerto Rico during the upcoming FIFA window, as part of preparations for the 2026 World Cup.
This period marks a pivotal moment for Álvarez to continue his momentum at both club and international level, reinforcing his status as one of football’s most exciting talents.
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