Ronaldo and Messi battle for supremacy
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After surpassing Real Madrid legend Raul’s European goals record in 2014,
Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are set to continue their rivalry to
become the greatest Champions League goalscorer of all time
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Cristiano Ronaldo 80 Lionel Messi 77

Appearances 116 100
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GOALS BREAKDOWN

Right foot 54 13

Left foot 12  60

Header 14 4

Messi has scored five hat-tricks, including five goals vs Leverkusen, and four vs Arsenal – Ronaldo has netted at least twice in 21 matches
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GOAL TYPE

Open play 60 67

Free kick 9 2

Penalty 11 8
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PITCH POSITION

6-yard box 20 15

18-yard box 47 51

Outside area 13 11
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Sources: UEFA, Infostrada Sports

Pictures: Getty Images

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