Introduction
The world of football has been graced by many legends, but none have captured the imagination and sparked debates quite like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. These two extraordinary athletes have dominated the sport for over a decade, breaking records, winning titles, and earning individual accolades. But who is the true GOAT (Greatest of All Time)? This article aims to settle the debate once and for all, diving deep into their stats, titles, and individual awards.
Ballon d’Or Wins
| Player | Years Won | Total Wins |
| Cristiano Ronaldo | 2008, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017 | 5 |
| Lionel Messi | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2019, 2021 | 7 |
European Golden Shoes
| Player | Years Won | Total Wins |
| Cristiano Ronaldo | 2007-08, 2010-11, 2013-14, 2014-15 | 4 |
| Lionel Messi | 2009-10, 2011-12, 2012-13, 2016-17, 2017-18, 2018-19 | 6 |
Club Goals and Assists
| Player | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| Cristiano Ronaldo | 959 | 710 | 225 |
| Lionel Messi | 866 | 707 | 336 |
Champions League Stats
| Player | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| Cristiano Ronaldo | 183 | 140 | 48 |
| Lionel Messi | 162 | 129 | 45 |
La Liga Stats
| Player | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| Cristiano Ronaldo | 292 | 311 | 95 |
| Lionel Messi | 520 | 474 | 216 |
International Goals and Assists
| Player | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| Cristiano Ronaldo | 198 | 122 | 43 |
| Lionel Messi | 174 | 102 | 56 |
FIFA World Cup Stats
| Player | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| Cristiano Ronaldo | 22 | 8 | 2 |
| Lionel Messi | 26 | 13 | 8 |
Total Career Goals
| Player | Matches | Goals | Seasons |
| Cristiano Ronaldo | 1,156 | 830 | 2002-present |
| Lionel Messi | 1,018 | 803 | 2004-present |
Total Trophies
| Player | Total Trophies |
| Cristiano Ronaldo | 34 |
| Lionel Messi | 42 |
