I have heard so many people and in many occasions, both big and small saying that retired Nigerian midfielder Okocha is much better than Ronaldinho. They also say that Ronaldinho learned most of his dribbling skills from him (Okocha); that if Okocha was a European or American he would have won World Best Player.
Ronaldinho might respect Okocha because he was young when they were at PSG. Ronaldinho might have said he respected Okocha not that he taught him how to play football. (haba na him coach?)

In this article, I will compare them based on the following skills and awards won (both individually and collectively): Dribbling, Free Kick Ability, Goal Scoring Ability, and Passing Ability etc.
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