How many times have Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo faced each other and who leads the head-to-head record?

In their 37 head-to-head matches, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo both scored 23 goals each—a testament to their extraordinary talent and consistent performance at the highest level of soccer.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, two of the greatest players in the history of football, have captivated the world with their exceptional talent and fierce rivalry. With a combined total exceeding 1,700 goals and 80 collective team titles, plus countless individual awards, their careers have redefined the standards of excellence in the sport.