Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi
Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi?
Ronaldo's rivalry with Messi is one of the most celebrated in sports history, marked by their simultaneous dominance in football and numerous head-to-head encounters in club and international competitions.
Cristiano Ronaldo
Key numbers
- Career goals600
- International caps227
- International goals143
- Champions League titles5
- Ballon d'Or wins5
Top honours
- UEFA European ChampionshipWinner (2016)
- UEFA Nations LeagueWinner (2019, 2025)
- Ballon d'Or5 times (2008, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017)
- UEFA Champions League5 times (2008, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018)
- FIFA Club World CupWinner (2008, 2014, 2016)
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Lionel Messi
Key numbers
- Total career goals989
- Total career assists410
- Total international caps199
- Total international goals117
- Total club titles46
Top honours
- FIFA World CupWinner (2022)
- Copa AméricaWinner (2021, 2024)
- Ballon d'Or8 times
- European Golden Shoe6 times
- Most goals in La Liga474 goals