In an interview with Corriere dello Sport, Boniek said both Argentines are exceptional, but labelled Maradona as unique.
He argued that Maradona competed when fouls were far more common, whereas Messi plays in an era with strict protection for players.
Boniek added that Maradona’s life was highly complicated, yet he would still always choose him.
“Both are extraordinary talents. Diego is unique, even though he had an extremely complicated life. If I am asked to choose, I always choose Maradona,” Boniek said.
