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Messi vs Ronaldo: Barcelona and Real Madrid legends compared by major trophies won
LIONEL MESSI vs Cristiano Ronaldo is a debate that will never be settled – but who has won the most major trophies in their careers?
The battle between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in the 'greatest of all-time' debate will never be won by either superstar – but do their trophy hauls hint at the true No 1?
Messi has dominated La Liga throughout his entire career with Barcelona, lifting the Champions League on several occasions and even more Ballon d'Or trophies.
But the 2018 World Cup has thrown both stars back into the spotlight, with Messi struggling to inspire Argentina while Ronaldo's international prowess shines through.
Ronaldo won Euro 2016 with Portugal, while his career has bore a huge club trophy haul between Manchester United and Real Madrid.
Take a look through the gallery to reveal how many major trophies have been won by Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.