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Ronaldo sets a Guinness record but is still far behind Messi

Messi has more international records than Ronaldo. PHOTO: GETTY

While Cristiano Ronaldo’s achievements are remarkable and he holds numerous Guinness World Records, including being the top scorer in the history of international men’s football and the first player to score in five World Cups, he still lags behind Lionel Messi in terms of the number of records broken at the international level. Messi, the captain of Argentina and the 2022 World Cup winner, is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time and has a long list of records to his name.

Some of Messi’s notable records include being the only player to win the Ballon d’Or at two different World Cups, having the most World Cup appearances in men’s football history, scoring the most goals in World Cup matches, winning multiple man of the match awards at a World Cup, being named the World Cup’s best player, and being the first player to score in six games in a World Cup.

While Ronaldo’s achievement of 200 caps for Portugal is impressive, he still has a way to go to catch up to Messi’s record-breaking feats at the international level. Messi’s records highlight his exceptional talent and impact on the world stage, solidifying his status as one of the greatest players in the history of football.

Title: Cristiano Ronaldo Breaks Another Record, but Still Trails Lionel Messi

Subtitle: The Endless Debate of Ronaldo vs Messi Continues

Date: June 21, 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the greatest football players of all time, has once again etched his name in the record books. However, despite his remarkable achievements, he still finds himself trailing behind his long-time rival, Lionel Messi.

Ronaldo and Messi have been competing for the title of the best player in the world throughout their careers, constantly setting new records in the process. While both players are undeniably exceptional, the debate over who is better remains a topic of endless discussion.

In a recent Euro 2024 qualifier match against Iceland, Ronaldo scored the decisive and only goal in the 89th minute, securing a victory for Portugal. This goal marked his 200th appearance for the national team, making him the first male player to achieve this milestone. Ronaldo was honored with a Guinness World Records certificate for this remarkable feat. However, it is important to note that he still lags behind Messi in terms of the number of records broken, as confirmed by The Mirror (UK).

Ronaldo’s international career has been nothing short of extraordinary. He made his debut for the Portuguese national team in August 2003 and has since become the most capped player in the history of the national team, surpassing Bader Al-Mutawa’s previous record of 196 appearances for the Kuwait team. Ronaldo’s dedication and talent have earned him a special place in the Guinness Book of World Records.

Despite his numerous accomplishments, Ronaldo still finds himself in the shadow of Lionel Messi when it comes to international records. Messi, the captain of the 2022 World Cup-winning Argentina team, is widely regarded as the greatest player of all time. He holds a plethora of records, including being the only player to win the Ball

5 reasons why ronaldo is better than messi

While Cristiano Ronaldo holds numerous Guinness World Records and is considered one of the greatest players in the history of football, Lionel Messi surpasses him in terms of international records. Messi, the captain of Argentina and the winner of the 2022 World Cup, has a long list of records to his name.

Some of Messi’s notable international records include being the only player to win the Ballon d’Or at two different World Cups, having the most World Cup appearances in men’s football history, scoring the most goals in World Cup matches, winning multiple man of the match awards at a World Cup, being named the World Cup’s best player, and being the first player to score in six games in a World Cup.

On the other hand, while Ronaldo’s achievement of 200 caps for Portugal is impressive, he still has a way to go to catch up to Messi’s record-breaking feats at the international level. Messi’s records showcase his exceptional talent and impact on the world stage, solidifying his status as one of the greatest players in the history of football.

2 thoughts on “Ronaldo sets a Guinness record but is still far behind Messi”

  1. It’s impressive to see Ronaldo setting a Guinness record, but it’s undeniable that Messi still holds a commanding lead in terms of skill and overall impact in the world of football.

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  2. While Ronaldo’s Guinness record achievement is commendable, it’s undeniable that Messi’s exceptional skills and consistency have solidified his position as the frontrunner in the never-ending debate between the two football legends.

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