His impressive tally of 856 career goals for both club and country has significantly contributed to his illustrious career, helping the Argentine legend clinch a World Cup, two Copa Americas, four Champions Leagues, and numerous other accolades, making him the most decorated footballer with 45 total trophies. ..Continue Reading
Throughout his career, Messi has played as a versatile free-roaming winger, attacking midfielder, and striker, representing Barcelona, PSG, and now Inter Miami.
His inability to be confined to a single position showcases his profound influence in the final third.
When asked to name the greatest striker of all time, Messi could have rightfully chosen himself or his longtime rival Cristiano Ronaldo. However, he opted for neither.
Instead, Messi believes that the most lethal striker in history is the other Ronaldo. The former Brazilian star, known for his goal-scoring prowess, won numerous honours, including two World Cups and two Ballons d’Or.
During his career, he netted 414 goals in 616 appearances for club and country. Although injuries limited his achievements, today’s forwards still model their play after him.
Ronaldo won five trophies for Brazil, including two FIFA World Cups in 1994 and 2002. In the 2002 tournament, he was the top scorer, earning the Golden Boot with eight goals.
Ronaldo’s goals were a crucial factor in Brazil’s success. In a 2019 interview with TyC Sports, Messi praised Ronaldo’s legacy.
“Ronaldo [Nazario] was a phenomenon. Of all the strikers I ever saw, he was the best. He was unbelievable.”
Ronaldo, renowned for his exceptional finishing ability and unparalleled trickery that often left defenders in the dust, is frequently regarded as the pinnacle of strikers.
His prowess in one-on-one situations and his capability to collect the ball from deep positions and surge past defenders made him a formidable force on the field.
During his illustrious career, Ronaldo notably played for PSV, Barcelona, Inter Milan, and Real Madrid. He retired in 2011, conceding that his body could no longer endure the relentless series of injuries that had plagued him. Despite this, Ronaldo remains one of the greatest footballers in history.
