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The eternal rivalry between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo now goes beyond clubs to register in the history of national selections. After having marked the world of world football, the two icons are competing for a new colossal challenge: to become the top scorer in the history of national selections. Perhaps their ultimate common challenge.
Today, Cristiano Ronaldo dominates this ranking with an impressive total of 135 goals in 217 selections for Portugal. But Lionel Messi, with his 112 goals in 191 games in the Argentinian jersey, remains in ambush. Each goal scored by the “Pulga” brings the Albiceleste captain closer to his historic rival closer.
Ronaldo leads the dance, Messi on the lookout
For Messi, this challenge is much more than a simple statistical record. Going to go beyond Cristiano Ronaldo would symbolize a new step in the construction of his heritage, already crowned with success. With its four major titles in selection – the COPA America 2021, the COPA America 2024, the 2022 World Cup and the Finalissima 2022 – Lionel Messi marked the history of Argentina, and this new record could cement its status as a legend absolute football.
For his part, Cristiano Ronaldo was a pioneer for Portuguese football. He not only led his country to the European coronation during Euro 2016, but also added the 2019 Nations League to his record. In addition to its 37 assists, its longevity and its effectiveness in selection remain impressive.
A rivalry that continues to grow
If the two players have scored generations thanks to their club performance, notably FC Barcelona for Messi and Real Madrid for Ronaldo, their rivalry has since extended to national selections. This new chapter highlights their ability to maintain an unrivaled level of excellence, even after two decades at the top.
But beyond raw statistics, this quest is a symbol. It reflects their mentality of tireless competitors and their desire to always push their limits, to register their names in the history of football. This showdown may well animate the year 2025, and especially the one that follows, with the world's online world.
Even if Ronaldo is currently leading this frantic race, Messi seems determined to reduce the gap. For the Inter Miami player, each match with Argentina is an opportunity to get closer to his eternal rival and write a new page in his incredible career.
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A record that transcends the figures
This duel for the title of top scorer in selection is much more than a race to a figure. It is a testimony to the impact that these two players had on world football. Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo embody a unique rivalry, which goes beyond the ground and fascinates millions of fans around the world.
For Messi, the objective is clear: dethrone Ronaldo and add this record to his impressive record. And although the Portuguese for the moment retains a comfortable lead, the quest for the Argentinian number 10 is far from over. With its regularity and influence within the Albiceleste, Messi is able to achieve this feat.
A duel that writes history
The race between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo for the title of top scorer in the history of national selections is a new proof of their incredible influence on football. This duel, marked by their competitive mentality and their thirst for records, will remain forever engraved in history.
While waiting to know the outcome of this rivalry, one thing is certain: whether it is Messi or Ronaldo, their inheritance goes beyond the figures and continues to define what greatness in football is.
