Lionel Messi is swiftly gaining ground on Cristiano Ronaldo in the race for one of the most prestigious records ever. Fresh from a dazzling performance with Inter Miami, where he netted a brace to secure a win over the New England Revolution, Messi is now the frontrunner for the 2024 MLS season’s Most Valuable Player award.
Despite being sidelined for seven matches due to injuries, Messi’s tally stands at nine goals and seven assists, surpassing Colombian striker Cristian Arango as the league’s leading scorer, even with three fewer appearances.
This naturally draws parallels to the enduring brilliance of Cristiano Ronaldo, who, despite a lesser likelihood of hoisting silverware with Al Nassr, tops the scoring charts in the Saudi Pro League.
“Should Lionel Messi maintain his current form, he is on course to surpass a significant milestone previously set by Ronaldo. Indeed, this achievement may well be realized in the final weeks of 2024.”
So, who has scored more? Lionel Messi boasts an impressive 832 career goals, hot on the heels of Cristiano Ronaldo’s 885. With a mere 53-goal gap and Ronaldo being three years Messi’s senior, the odds seem to favor the Argentine maestro in overtaking his rival.
The quest for the elusive 1,000-goal mark has football fans worldwide riveted, with 2024 shaping up to be a pivotal year in this epic showdown.
Both Messi and Ronaldo will not only continue to make their mark at the club level but will also represent their nations in the Copa America and the UEFA Euro, potentially boosting their goal counts. Yet, the deciding factor in this thrilling pursuit may well hinge on when Ronaldo decides to hang up his boots.
