Football television presenter Laura Woods has weighed in on the perpetual debate surrounding the greatest of all time (GOAT) between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
In an interview with GOAL, Woods was asked to choose between the two football legends, who have dominated the sport for years. With succinct clarity, she stated:
“Messi.”
Both Messi and Ronaldo have illustrious careers in European football, but they have since ventured beyond the continent. Messi’s European chapter seemingly closed when he made the move to Inter Miami from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer of 2023.
Throughout his journey, the 36-year-old forward has amassed an impressive tally of 716 senior club career goals and has been awarded the prestigious Ballon d’Or on eight occasions. With 10 La Liga titles and three UEFA Champions League triumphs under his belt, Messi’s legacy is firmly established.
Notably, Messi guided Argentina to World Cup glory in Qatar in 2022, where he showcased his brilliance with seven goals and three assists, earning the Golden Ball in the process. His impact remains palpable, as evidenced by his recent goal in Inter Miami’s 1-1 draw against LA Galaxy on Sunday (February 25).
Meanwhile, Ronaldo embarked on a new chapter of his career by joining Al-Nassr in January 2023, following the mutual termination of his contract with Manchester United. The Portuguese icon, a five-time Ballon d’Or winner and Champions League victor, boasts an astonishing tally of 743 senior club career goals.
Ronaldo’s storied career includes three Premier League titles along with two Serie A and La Liga triumphs each, underscoring his unmatched consistency and prowess on the pitch.
