Who Has More Trophies: Messi or Ronaldo?

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are two of the greatest footballers of all time. They have both won countless individual awards, including the Ballon d’Or, and have led their respective clubs to multiple trophies. But who has won more trophies?

In this article, we will take a closer look at the trophy cabinets of Messi and Ronaldo. We will examine their individual and team achievements, and we will try to determine who has had the more successful career.

We will also explore the debate over who is the greatest player of all time. Is it Messi, the diminutive Argentine who has dazzled fans with his dribbling and goalscoring? Or is it Ronaldo, the powerful Portuguese forward who has broken countless goalscoring records?

Let’s take a closer look at the evidence and see who comes out on top.

Player Trophies
Lionel Messi 35
Cristiano Ronaldo 32

Overall Trophies

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are two of the greatest footballers of all time. They have both won numerous trophies at club and international level, and are often compared to each other.

In terms of overall trophies, Messi has won 35, while Ronaldo has won 32. This includes 10 La Liga titles for Messi and 7 for Ronaldo, as well as 4 Champions League titles for Messi and 5 for Ronaldo.

Comparison of major trophies

The following table compares the major trophies won by Messi and Ronaldo:

| Trophy | Messi | Ronaldo |
|—|—|—|
| Ballon d’Or | 7 | 5 |
| The Best FIFA Men’s Player | 6 | 5 |
| European Golden Shoe | 6 | 4 |
| UEFA Men’s Player of the Year | 3 | 2 |
| FIFA World Cup | 1 | 0 |
| UEFA European Championship | 1 | 1 |

As can be seen from the table, Messi has won more major trophies than Ronaldo. He has won the Ballon d’Or a record seven times, as well as the The Best FIFA Men’s Player award six times. He has also won the European Golden Shoe six times, and the UEFA Men’s Player of the Year award three times.

Ronaldo has also won a number of major trophies, including five Ballon d’Ors, four The Best FIFA Men’s Player awards, and four European Golden Shoes. He has also won the UEFA Men’s Player of the Year award twice, and the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championship once each.

Other trophies

In addition to the major trophies listed above, Messi and Ronaldo have also won a number of other trophies. Messi has won 35 trophies at club level, including 10 La Liga titles, 4 Champions League titles, and 7 Copa del Rey titles. He has also won 10 trophies at international level, including the 2021 Copa Amrica.

Ronaldo has won 32 trophies at club level, including 7 La Liga titles, 5 Champions League titles, and 3 Premier League titles. He has also won 19 trophies at international level, including the 2016 UEFA European Championship and the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are two of the greatest footballers of all time. They have both won numerous trophies at club and international level, and are often compared to each other.

In terms of overall trophies, Messi has won 35, while Ronaldo has won 32. This includes 10 La Liga titles for Messi and 7 for Ronaldo, as well as 4 Champions League titles for Messi and 5 for Ronaldo.

Messi has also won more major trophies than Ronaldo, with 7 Ballon d’Ors, 6 The Best FIFA Men’s Player awards, and 6 European Golden Shoes. Ronaldo has won 5 Ballon d’Ors, 4 The Best FIFA Men’s Player awards, and 4 European Golden Shoes.

Overall, Messi has had a more successful career than Ronaldo in terms of trophies won. However, it is important to note that both players are still active, and they could both add to their trophy hauls in the years to come.

3. National Team Trophies

Lionel Messi has won 10 national team trophies, while Cristiano Ronaldo has won 5.

Comparison of major national team trophies

  • World Cup: Messi has won the World Cup once, in 2022. Ronaldo has never won the World Cup.
  • Copa Amrica: Messi has won the Copa Amrica twice, in 2021 and 2024. Ronaldo has never won the Copa Amrica.
  • UEFA European Championship: Messi has never won the UEFA European Championship. Ronaldo has won the UEFA European Championship once, in 2016.
  • FIFA Confederations Cup: Messi has never won the FIFA Confederations Cup. Ronaldo has won the FIFA Confederations Cup once, in 2013.

Other national team trophies

In addition to the major national team trophies listed above, Messi has also won the following trophies:

  • Summer Olympics: Gold medal in 2008, silver medal in 2012
  • FIFA U-20 World Cup: Winner in 2005
  • FIFA U-17 World Cup: Winner in 2005

Ronaldo has also won the following trophies:

  • Summer Olympics: Bronze medal in 2004
  • FIFA U-21 European Championship: Winner in 2004

4. Individual Awards

Lionel Messi has won 77 individual awards, while Cristiano Ronaldo has won 60.

Comparison of major individual awards

  • Ballon d’Or: Messi has won the Ballon d’Or a record seven times, in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2019, and 2022. Ronaldo has won the Ballon d’Or five times, in 2008, 2013, 2014, 2016, and 2017.
  • The Best FIFA Men’s Player: Messi has won The Best FIFA Men’s Player a record six times, in 2011, 2012, 2015, 2019, 2021, and 2022. Ronaldo has won The Best FIFA Men’s Player five times, in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020.
  • FIFA World Player of the Year: Messi has won the FIFA World Player of the Year award a record four times, in 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012. Ronaldo has won the FIFA World Player of the Year award three times, in 2008, 2013, and 2014.
  • UEFA Men’s Player of the Year: Messi has won the UEFA Men’s Player of the Year award a record six times, in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, and 2019. Ronaldo has won the UEFA Men’s Player of the Year award five times, in 2008, 2013, 2014, 2016, and 2017.
  • Copa Amrica Golden Boot: Messi has won the Copa Amrica Golden Boot a record six times, in 2007, 2011, 2015, 2016, 2019, and 2021. Ronaldo has never won the Copa Amrica Golden Boot.
  • UEFA European Championship Golden Boot: Messi has never won the UEFA European Championship Golden Boot. Ronaldo has won the UEFA European Championship Golden Boot once, in 2016.

Other individual awards

In addition to the major individual awards listed above, Messi has also won the following awards:

  • FIFA Pusks Award: Winner in 2009
  • FIFA World Cup Golden Ball: Winner in 2022
  • UEFA Champions League Top Scorer: Winner in 2009, 2012, 2015, 2019, 2020
  • La Liga Top Scorer: Winner in 20

    Q: Who has more trophies, Messi or Ronaldo?

A: Lionel Messi has won more trophies than Cristiano Ronaldo. He has won 35 trophies in total, including 10 La Liga titles, 4 UEFA Champions League titles, and 7 Ballon d’Or awards. Ronaldo has won 32 trophies in total, including 5 La Liga titles, 5 UEFA Champions League titles, and 5 Ballon d’Or awards.

Q: What are the most important trophies that Messi and Ronaldo have won?

A: The most important trophies that Messi and Ronaldo have won are the Ballon d’Or and the UEFA Champions League. The Ballon d’Or is awarded to the best player in the world, while the UEFA Champions League is the most prestigious club competition in Europe. Messi has won the Ballon d’Or a record 7 times, while Ronaldo has won it 5 times. Messi has also won the UEFA Champions League 4 times, while Ronaldo has won it 5 times.

Q: Who has been more successful in their career, Messi or Ronaldo?

A: This is a difficult question to answer, as both Messi and Ronaldo have had incredibly successful careers. However, there are a few factors that can be considered when making a comparison.

  • Goals scored: Messi has scored more goals than Ronaldo in both club and international football. He has scored 769 goals in club football, compared to Ronaldo’s 755 goals. He has also scored more goals for Argentina than Ronaldo has for Portugal. Messi has scored 86 goals for Argentina, compared to Ronaldo’s 115 goals for Portugal.
  • Assists: Messi has also provided more assists than Ronaldo. He has provided 325 assists in club football, compared to Ronaldo’s 229 assists. He has also provided more assists for Argentina than Ronaldo has for Portugal. Messi has provided 142 assists for Argentina, compared to Ronaldo’s 102 assists for Portugal.
  • Trophies won: Messi has won more trophies than Ronaldo. He has won 35 trophies in total, compared to Ronaldo’s 32 trophies. This includes 10 La Liga titles, 4 UEFA Champions League titles, and 7 Ballon d’Or awards. Ronaldo has won 5 La Liga titles, 5 UEFA Champions League titles, and 5 Ballon d’Or awards.

Based on these factors, it is possible to argue that Messi has been more successful in his career than Ronaldo. However, it is important to note that both players have had incredible careers and are considered two of the greatest footballers of all time.

Q: Who is the better player, Messi or Ronaldo?

A: This is a question that has been debated for years, and there is no definitive answer. Both players are incredibly talented and have achieved great things in their careers. However, there are a few factors that can be considered when making a comparison.

  • Playing style: Messi and Ronaldo have very different playing styles. Messi is a more creative player, who is known for his dribbling skills and passing ability. Ronaldo is a more physical player, who is known for his speed and finishing ability.
  • Position: Messi and Ronaldo play in different positions. Messi is a forward, while Ronaldo is a winger. This means that they have different roles on the pitch and are not directly comparable.
  • Team success: Messi and Ronaldo have both played for some of the best teams in the world. Messi has played for Barcelona for his entire career, while Ronaldo has played for Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus. Both players have helped their teams win trophies, but Messi has been more successful in this regard. He has won 35 trophies in total, compared to Ronaldo’s 32 trophies.

Based on these factors, it is possible to argue that Messi is the better player. However, it is important to note that both players are incredibly talented and have achieved great things in their careers. The debate over who is the best player of all time is likely to continue for many years to come.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are two of the greatest footballers of all time. They have both won numerous individual and team awards, and their rivalry has been one of the most captivating in sports history. While it is impossible to say definitively who is the better player, both Messi and Ronaldo have left an indelible mark on the game.

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