Lionel Messi has scored more solo goals than Cristiano Ronaldo.
This is based on a comprehensive analysis by Opta, a leading sports data provider. Opta defines a solo goal as a goal scored by a player without any assists or passes from teammates. This means the player dribbled past defenders, created the scoring opportunity, and finished the goal themselves.
Opta's data shows that Messi has scored 52 solo goals in his career, while Ronaldo has scored 47. This difference, although not significant, reflects Messi's exceptional dribbling skills and ability to create scoring opportunities from individual brilliance.
Here's a breakdown of their solo goal statistics:
- Lionel Messi: 52 solo goals
- Cristiano Ronaldo: 47 solo goals
While both Messi and Ronaldo are widely regarded as two of the greatest footballers of all time, Messi's superior solo goal count showcases his unique ability to score goals independently.
