Cristiano Ronaldo will be aiming for his third Ballon d’Or success later tonight…
Cristiano Ronaldo, so often the runner-up, wept with joy last year as he beat long-time rival Lionel Messi to win his second Ballon d’Or award. On Monday, the tables had turned as he returned as heavy favourite and claimed a third success.
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Lionel Messi career in pictures – ten years since Barcelona star’s debut!
It’s hard to argue with his incredible career, which is laid out in numbers across the pages below, as we look back at the eight records the Real Madrid star has smashed during both his time in the Spanish capital, and with former club Manchester United.
8) Portugal’s all-time top scorer – 52
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