Lionel Messi Closes Gap on Cristiano Ronaldo’s All-Time Goal Record

Cristiano Ronaldo leads football’s all-time scoring race as Lionel Messi continues chasing the 1,000-goal mark.

Cristiano Ronaldo set to share World Cup record with Lionel Messi by getting called up in 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi head into the 2026 FIFA World Cup looking to extend their international legacy as both return to lead Portugal and Argentina on the sport’s biggest stage.

Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi 18 years later: this is their head-to-head record since their first game

Eighteen years after their first meeting, the numbers behind soccer’s defining rivalry still show how close the battle has been.

2026 World Cup: 10 players to watch during this summer's global soccer spectacular

From legends like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, to in-their-prime superstars like Kylian Mbappe, to electrifying youngsters like Lamine Yamal, this World Cup will be defined by its stars.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Leo Messi's two most controversial goals, which are causing confusion in the race for the 1,000th goal

The two controversial plays that are sparking debate over how many goals should actually be credited to each of these soccer stars.. The race to 1,000 official goals continues to feature Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo,

Lionel Messi Pulls Back the Curtain on ‘Beautiful’ Rivalry With Cristiano Ronaldo

The two soccer greats have 13 combined Ballon d’Or awards.
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Who really works harder, Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo? Legend sets record straight on work ethic debate

© Yasser Bakhsh & Alex Grimm/Getty ImagesCristiano Ronaldo (L) of Al Nassr and Lionel Messi (R) #10 of Inter Miami CF. For nearly two decades, the question of who ...