7 reasons why Cristiano Ronaldo is better than Lionel Messi

• Both are the greatest of their generation and arguably of all time.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi – the current world best soccer stars. Photo: Getty Images

In order to put an end to the debate, these are seven reasons why Real Madrid star, Cristiano Ronaldo is better than Barcelona’s Lionel Messi, based on feedback from the fans.

Messi has never won an international trophy at senior level but Ronaldo has

Ronaldo and his teammates celebrate winning Euro 2016. Credit: AFP

Ronaldo has conquered England, Messi hasn’t

Ronaldo won the league in his time at Manchester United

He’s also won the Champions League at two different clubs, Messi has only won it at one club

He won it once at Man. United and has won it twice with Real Madrid so far

Ronaldo leads Messi in the goal scoring records that matter

He’s the highest scoring player ever in Europe’s top six leagues and only player to score at least 50 goals in six successive seasons

It’s a big deal if you’ve got a gift from Zlatan!

Ronaldo got the gift on his birthday and told Zlatan he’ll look better in the shirt

His looks suits a model

Messi can never pull this off

He donates blood every week and has previously donated bone marrow!

He does so regularly