While Messi relies more on his ability to read the game and his exquisite ball control, Ronaldo bets on his athleticism and ...

There are those who "admire the magical technical skills and artistry of Messi," said the Daily Express, and "others who are in awe of the goal-scoring machine and athletic force that is Ronaldo".

Below: The case for Lionel Messi. (Click here if you prefer to read the Cristiano Ronaldo breakdown first ... honing their skills in pickup games in hopes of one day making it big.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo's epic rivalry extended beyond the pitch, captivating football fans for over a decade. The two titans scooped up an astonishing 13 out of 15 Ballon d'Or awards ...

All of them," Ronaldo added. Ronaldo vs. Messi: The Eternal Debate Throughout his career, Ronaldo has been endlessly compared to Messi as both have vied for the title of the world's best footballer.

New York City defender Mitja Ilenic says he fulfilled a lifelong dream by hitting Cristiano Ronaldo's iconic 'Siu' celebration in front of Lionel Messi. Inter Miami were 2-1 up before Ilenic ...

Jude Bellingham, Lamine Yamal, and Erling Haaland are among the contenders, alongside football legends Messi and Ronaldo ... The award, first presented in 2005, reaches its 20th edition in ...

Casemiro, who has shared a dressing room with Cristiano Ronaldo at both Real Madrid and Manchester United, appears to have conceded that Lionel Messi is the superior player. The debate over who is ...