MESSI VS RONALDO All Time Stats

The debate of Messi vs Ronaldo has been one of football’s most discussed topics for over a decade. Both players have defined modern football with their incredible abilities, and their all-time stats are a testament to their dominance in the sport. As fans and pundits continue to compare their achievements, let’s dive into their career statistics and see how they match up across various categories. Total Goals and Appearances (as of 2025): Cristiano Ronaldo: 880+ goals, 1,160+ appearances Lionel Messi: 830+ goals, 1,060+ appearances Ronaldo holds the edge in total goals scored, having played for multiple clubs across Europe and maintained his high-scoring consistency into his late 30s. His extensive career across different leagues (Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, and now the Saudi Pro League) has given him more opportunities to add to his goal tally. Messi, though slightly behind in total goals, has a higher goal-per-game ratio due to his long tenure at Barcelona, where he achieved incredible success. He remains a master of not only scoring but creating goals for teammates as well. International Goals (as of 2025): Cristiano Ronaldo: 125+ goals for Portugal Lionel Messi: 106+ goals for Argentina Ronaldo holds the record for the most international goals, and his longevity has helped him maintain this lead. Messi, however, has been more successful in international tournaments, capturing the Copa América (2021) and FIFA World Cup (2022) titles, something that Ronaldo has yet to achieve. Trophies and Individual Honors: Messi: 8 Ballon d'Ors, 4 Champions League titles, 1 World Cup, 3 FIFA Club World Cups