Sergio Perez claims he’s a better footballer than Max Verstappen, says he ‘scores better goals’

Sergio Perez has shared a light hearted moment ahead of the race at Zandvoort.

Sergio Perez claims he’s a better footballer than Max Verstappen, says he ‘scores better goals’

Sergio Perez and Max Verstappen (Credits: Planet F1)

The 2023 F1 season returns for its second leg in just a few days. Amidst the ever-growing anticipation, Sergio Perez, the Red Bull driver, has discussed his relationship with Max Verstappen. Moreover, has specifically made it known that he is a better football player than his Dutch teammate.

Sergio Perez and Max Verstappen have been teammates since the 2021 season of the sport and have, over the years, seen quite a few ups and downs in their relationship. The two have very different personalities, but with time, they have jelled well together and shared tremendous respect.

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The Dutch GP is just around the corner and ahead of the upcoming race, the Mexican starlet has given some insights on his relationship with Verstappen and told Viaplaysport, “I don’t think Max is a great footballer. I remember I played with him a long time ago, I can say I score better goals than him.“

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Looking at what the 34-year-old has said about his teammate, it seems that the duo spent a lot of time in each other’s company and have even had the chance to play football together. Moreover, shedding while shedding light on the lighter side of things, Perez has revealed that he’s better at football in comparison to Verstappen.

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Sergio Perez will have a lot of eyes on him during the remainder of 2023

Sergio Perez (Credits: Sky Sports)
Sergio Perez (Credits: Sky Sports)

While Sergio Perez is in a joyous mood ahead of the second leg of the ongoing campaign, deep down, he is well aware of the task at hand in his RB19. He was under much pressure during the first leg because of his incredibly average performance compared to the reigning World Champion.

He was nowhere near Max Verstappen, and it is very much evident from the huge gap the two drivers currently have in the Drivers Championship. With the second leg just a few days away, several people will have their eyes glued on the exploits of Perez in the remaining ten Grand Prix events.

However, Sergio Perez is a seasoned campaigner racing in F1 for several years. He has faced difficult situations before and has got the support of Christian Horner and Co. to get out of the pickle he was in during the first leg. The upcoming race at Zandvoort holds a lot of significance for him.

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