Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi both have remarkable international careers, although their club performances have often overshadowed them. Ronaldo's international record stands out with his ability to score a goal every 127 minutes for Portugal, or contribute to one every 100 minutes when you include assists. His remarkable 127 goals in 203 appearances have solidified his status as Portugal's all-time top scorer. Ronaldo has claimed prestigious accolades like the Euro 2021 Golden Boot and UEFA Nations League titles. Moreover, he holds the record for the most goals in international football, further emphasizing his impact on the global stage. While Messi's individual awards are impressive, Ronaldo's consistent goal-scoring record and numerous achievements make a strong case for his influence and success in international football

Messi vs Ronaldo - All Time Career Goals and Stats

Who at the end of their career will have more goals* in professional football: Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo?

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Compare Messi vs Ronaldo all time career stats, including all time goals, assists, free kicks, hat-tricks and scoring ratios!

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