Messi and Ronaldo Set New Records in International Matches and Football History
The legendary figures of world football, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, have once again amazed the football community by setting new significant records in international performances for their national teams.
Messi, slightly older but equally brilliant, contributed to Argentina’s victory in a friendly match against Puerto Rico with a convincing 6-0 score.
In this game, the 38-year-old forward of Inter Miami provided two assists, establishing a new world record by reaching 60 assists for his national team, surpassing Brazilian Neymar and former USA striker Landon Donovan, who each have 58.
The best moments of Messi’s performance are available in the game highlights.Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo from Portugal scored a double in the match against Hungary, ending in a 2:2 draw during the qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
The 40-year-old forward of Al-Nasr has now scored 144 goals in 225 matches for his national team, setting a new record for goals in World Cup qualification tournaments.
His 41st goal made him the top scorer in this category, overtaking Guatemalan Carlos Ruíz, who has 39 goals but never participated in the World Cup finals.
Messi remains in third place with 36 goals.
A video review of the match is available online.Detailed statistics and records reaffirm that both players are not only top-level talents but also historic record holders whose names will be remembered in football history for many years to come.
Messi and Ronaldo have proven that their passion and skill remain unchanged despite aging, and their achievements overshadow many of today’s stars.