Former Chelsea and Real Madrid forward Eden Hazard has made a bold claim about his dribbling ability, naming Lionel Messi as the only player he considers superior to him in that skill.
In a recent video shared by the UEFA Champions League account on X, Hazard was asked to stay silent until he heard the name of a footballer he believed was a better dribbler than himself.
The list began with Desire Doué (PSG), Rafael Leão (AC Milan), Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (PSG), and Raphinha (Barcelona). Hazard showed no reaction, confidently staying silent.
The Belgian only shifted his facial expression when names like Riyad Mahrez and Vinícius Júnior were mentioned, but he still refused to acknowledge them as better dribblers. Even when the names of Cristiano Ronaldo and teenage sensation Lamine Yamal came up, Hazard remained firm.
When Neymar’s name was called, Hazard hesitated briefly, showing signs of consideration, but ultimately kept quiet. It was only when Lionel Messi was mentioned that Hazard finally broke his silence—admitting the Argentine as the only player he regards as a greater dribbler.
Hazard, who announced his retirement from football in October 2023 at the age of 32, was widely celebrated for his dazzling dribbles and close control during his peak years at Chelsea, where he won multiple trophies and became one of the Premier League’s most feared attackers.
His statement further highlights Messi’s enduring reputation as arguably the greatest dribbler in football history.
