The football world is discussing the names of two other great stars - Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. It would not be an exaggeration to say that an entire era was described through the competition of these two legends. Although they are nearing the end of their careers, they are still at the heart of the world football scene, ESPN reports.
Al-Nasr won 2-1 against Al-Feyha in the Saudi Arabian Pro League. Team captain and leader Cristiano Ronaldo made another point - he scored a brace, securing three crucial points for the Riyadh side. With this, the Portuguese forward's total goal tally during his career has reached 952. This number is unprecedented in the history of football.
Despite being 40 years old, Ronaldo is still in top form. His movements, mobility, and passion on the field serve as an example for young players. The feeling after each goal, the joy of each victory, shows that his love for football is still strong.
Meanwhile, across the ocean - in the USA - Inter Miami, led by Lionel Messi, performed unsuccessfully in the MLS playoffs. The Miami team lost to Nashville 1-2. Messi's beautiful goal for the team wasn't enough to change the result.
With this, the Argentinian star's personal statistics reached 892 goals. Now, Inter Miami's progress to the next stage will be determined in the decisive third match on November 8th.
Ronaldo currently has the lead in goals, while Messi maintains the lead in assists. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner, the Argentinian forward, has made 399 effective passes to his teammates throughout his career. This indicator is enough to make him known as the most hardworking and team player in world football. Ronaldo has 259 assists.
The rivalry between the two stars is not limited to statistics - these two figures have become symbols of the philosophy of football, the culture of labor, and modern sport. Although they played in different styles on the pitch, both became the spiritual face of football.
Even now, millions of fans around the world continue to search for an answer to the question "who is better?" after every game. But there's one clear aspect - the rivalry between Ronaldo and Messi has inspired an entire generation, a fact forever etched in football history.
This competition continues not only on the field, but also in the pages of history. Ronaldo's 952 goals and Messi's 892 goals are an indelible mark on two legends.
Read “Zamin” on Telegram!
