Messi vs Ronaldo: The greatest debate in football history. Two eras, one throne.
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How the vote has grown from October 2025 until now. Stacked area shows cumulative votes for each side.
Head-to-Head Stats
8
Record holder
🏆Ballon d'Or Awards
5
1× (Qatar 2022)
🌍FIFA World Cup
5×
With 3 clubs
4×
⭐Champions League
3×
10×
🥇La Liga Titles
2×
850+
⚽Career Goals
900+
All-time record
360+
🎯Career Assists
240+
1× (2021)
🏅Copa América
135+
All-time record
1× (Athens 2004)
🥇Olympic Gold
1× (Euro 2016)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the GOAT: Messi or Ronaldo?↓
Based on our community of 4.6M+ voters, Lionel Messi leads with 52% of the vote. Messi holds a record 8 Ballon d'Or awards and won the 2022 FIFA World Cup, while Ronaldo boasts 5 Champions League titles and 900+ career goals. The debate remains the greatest in football history.
How many Ballon d'Or awards has Messi won?↓
Lionel Messi has won 8 Ballon d'Or awards (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2019, 2021, 2023) — the most of any player in history, surpassing Ronaldo's 5.
How many career goals does Cristiano Ronaldo have?↓
Cristiano Ronaldo has scored over 900 career goals across club and international football, making him the highest-scoring professional footballer of all time.
Who has won more Champions League titles, Messi or Ronaldo?↓
Cristiano Ronaldo has won 5 UEFA Champions League titles (1 with Manchester United, 4 with Real Madrid), while Lionel Messi has won 4 (all with FC Barcelona).
Did Messi win the FIFA World Cup?↓
Yes. Lionel Messi won the FIFA World Cup with Argentina at Qatar 2022, defeating France in the final on penalties. It is widely considered one of the greatest World Cup finals ever played.