During Ronaldo's nine-year stint at the Santiago Bernabeu, meanwhile, he secured a number of impressive records, becoming the club's all-time leading goalscorer with 450 in 438 appearances. He won 16 trophies for Los Blancos as well as countless individual accolades.

Cristiano Ronaldo has opened up on his relationship with Lionel Messi amid their GOAT rivalry. He also shared how he assisted the Argentine in the past.

Cristiano Ronaldo has once again surprised with his statements about Lionel Messi, making it clear that their supposed rivalry never truly existed. In a recent interview with journalist Edu Aguirre, the Portuguese star revealed that during their multiple encounters at award ceremonies,

Ronaldo has revisited his rivalry with Inter Miami star Lionel Messi. He shared one moment that showed their relationship is not as hostile as people believe.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi were bitter rivals when it came to trophies and awards but the former Manchester United star has now insisted the duo had a friendly relationship

Both athletes have competed against each other multiple times in both club and international matches. While Ronaldo has 915 career goals and 256 assists in 1,254 appearances, Messi has 850 goals and 379 assists in 1,083 appearances. However, Messi has more Ballon d'Or best player awards (eight) than Ronaldo (five).

Cristiano Ronaldo said he respects fans who prefer Lionel Messi, Pelé or Diego Maradona, but that statistics show he's the most complete player ever.

Cristiano Ronaldo has spoken about his rivalry with Lionel Messi and has backed himself as the most complete player ever. The Ronaldo vs Messi debate is the most controversial topic in the history of football,