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Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi

Published 12:50 IST, October 21st 2024

Will Lionel Messi Outshine Cristiano Ronaldo's Goal-Scoring Record?

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are the greatest players of all time, having dominated the sport for over two decades. Who is the better goal-scorer?

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Cristiano Ronaldo, a prolific goal-scorer, has amassed 907 goals in 1245 games throughout his career.
 

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The football icon transferred to Al-Nassr in December 2022, where he has scored nine goals and contributed three assists in 10 matches this season.

 

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 Reports suggest Ronaldo may extend his contract with Al-Nassr beyond the current season.

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In contrast, Lionel Messi, with 849 goals in 1078 games, is 58 goals behind Ronaldo, despite playing 167 games fewer.
 

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Messi, now with Inter Miami, is preparing for the MLS Cup playoffs and is expected to continue playing for several more years.
 

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Football enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating whether Messi can surpass Ronaldo's goal-scoring record before their careers conclude. 
 

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However, it is quite unlikely given Cristiano Ronaldo's hunger to reach 1000 career goals. 
 

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Updated 12:50 IST, October 21st 2024