Highlights

  • Messi and Ronaldo have both secured their places among the all-time greats of football, alongside Pele and Maradona.
  • Messi now holds the record for the most Ballon d'Or awards with eight, while Ronaldo has won the prestigious accolade five times.
  • The debate between Messi and Ronaldo will continue for years to come, with some arguing that Ronaldo's hard work and dedication make him deserving of respect, while others believe Messi's genius makes him the best of his generation and possibly the best of all time.