Kylie W
When it comes to dribbling, it is often said that Messi and Neymar are two of the best in the world. Both players have been known for their ability to take on defenders and create space for themselves and their teammates. But who is the better dribbler between the two?
To answer this question, we must first look at the statistics. According to the data, it is Wolves star Adama Traore who has the highest success rate when it comes to dribbling. He has completed 6.25 of 8.43 dribble attempts per 90 (74.2 per cent). Messi’s figures are slightly lower at 5.62 of 7.76 (72.4 per cent) and Neymar’s at 6.13 of 10.09 (60.8 per cent).
These figures suggest that Traore is the better dribbler of the three, but it is important to note that the Spaniard is a more direct player than Messi and Neymar. He is more likely to take on defenders with his pace and power, whereas Messi and Neymar are more likely to use their technical ability and trickery to beat their opponents.
When it comes to technical ability, Messi and Neymar are on a different level. Messi is renowned for his ability to keep the ball close to his feet and to use his low centre of gravity to make quick turns and changes of direction. Neymar, meanwhile, is known for his ability to use feints and body feints to create space for himself and his teammates.
When it comes to overall success rate, Messi and Neymar are both ahead of Traore. Messi has completed 5.62 of 7.76 dribble attempts per 90 (72.4 per cent), while Neymar has completed 6.13 of 10.09 (60.8 per cent). This suggests that both players are more effective at beating defenders than Traore, although the Spaniard is more successful when it comes to direct dribbling.
It is clear that Messi and Neymar are both excellent dribblers, but it is difficult to say who is the better of the two. Messi is a master of keeping the ball close to his feet and using his low centre of gravity to make quick turns and changes of direction. Neymar, meanwhile, is a master of using feints and body feints to create space for himself and his teammates.
Both players have their own unique style of dribbling, and it is difficult to say which one is better. Ultimately, it comes down to personal preference and the situation. If a team needs a player to take on defenders directly, then Traore is the man for the job. If a team needs a player to create space and opportunities for his teammates, then Messi and Neymar are the players to turn to.
In conclusion, it is impossible to say who is the better dribbler between Messi and Neymar. Both players have their own unique style of dribbling and it is difficult to compare them. Ultimately, it comes down to personal preference and the situation.
