Messi and Ronaldo: Eternal Scorers

Two decades into their careers, football legends Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo still demonstrate their scoring prowess. Messi, celebrating his 39th birthday, has had a stellar World Cup start with a hat-trick against Algeria and a brace against Austria. Ronaldo, after a slower start against Congo, responded with two goals in Portugal's 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, becoming the first player to score in six World Cups.

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Twenty years after their debut, the two legends run less but still score just as much.

For years, these two stars were inseparable on the field. When one excelled on Saturday, the other often delivered an equally remarkable performance on Sunday. Their rivalry extended to the Champions League and the race for the Ballon d'Or, where Messi ultimately pulled ahead, securing eight awards to Ronaldo's five.

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For a long time, these two were inseparable.

Despite their age, both players continue to make significant contributions to their teams, proving their enduring legacy in the sport. Their continued ability to find the back of the net underscores their status as two of the greatest footballers of all time.

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Messi has ended up widening the gap on his best enemy Cristiano Ronaldo, with eight trophies to five.