Ronaldo on 945 Goals, Messi on 882: Legendary Race Toward the 1,000-Goal Mark
Tehran - BORNA - Ronaldo, now 40, struck twice in Al Nassr’s commanding 5–1 victory over Al Riyadh, pushing his all-time tally to 945 goals. With only 55 more required, the Portuguese star has positioned himself within striking distance of a record no player has ever achieved. Meanwhile, Messi, 38, netted a brace in Inter Miami’s thrilling 3–2 win over D.C. United, bringing his career total to 882 goals and ensuring the race remains alive.
2025: A Year of Relentless Scoring
In the current calendar year, both veterans have shown no signs of slowing down. Ronaldo has scored 29 goals for Al Nassr and the Portugal National Team in 2025, while Messi has gone slightly better, recording 32 goals for Inter Miami and the Argentina National Team. Their consistency, even at ages when most players have long retired, highlights not only extraordinary talent but also relentless discipline and adaptation.
Ronaldo Closer to 1,000
With 945 goals across a career spanning Sporting Lisbon, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus, Al Nassr, and Portugal, Ronaldo stands as the closest to reaching the mythical 1,000-goal landmark. Each club he has represented has seen him lift trophies while maintaining remarkable scoring rates.
Messi, meanwhile, remains on course for his own historic milestone. With 882 career goals scored for Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, Inter Miami, and Argentina, he is just 18 goals shy of the 900 mark — another extraordinary threshold few could have imagined being reached.
Beyond the Numbers
What makes this duel historic is not just the pursuit of raw numbers, but the way both players continue to define football’s modern era. Ronaldo’s physical dominance, longevity, and hunger for goals have carried him across leagues and continents, while Messi’s vision, artistry, and consistency have left fans in awe for nearly two decades.
For over 15 years, their rivalry has elevated football to new heights. Even now, as the twilight of their careers approaches, their battle for supremacy continues to capture global attention — with the 1,000-goal milestone serving as the next great chapter in their shared legacy.
As things stand, Ronaldo edges closer to immortality, but Messi’s relentless pursuit ensures the race remains far from over.
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