Lionel Messi surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo in non-penalty goals, closing in on 900 career goals and 50 trophies at age 38.
Highlights:
- Messi scores 764 non-penalty goals, surpassing Ronaldo’s 763.
- Needs just 26 goals to hit 900 and 4 trophies for 50.
- At 38, Messi shows no signs of slowing with 6 braces in 8 games.
Lionel Messi, at the age of 38, continues to redefine greatness in world football. The Argentinian legend has now overtaken his long-time rival Cristiano Ronaldo in a historic record that once seemed unbreakable: the most non-penalty goals in football history.
Messi Surpasses Ronaldo in Style
Messi has now scored 764 non-penalty goals, edging past Ronaldo’s tally of 763 — and he did it in 167 fewer games. This record, coming while Messi plays for Inter Miami in the MLS, adds another layer to his already glittering legacy. His form has remained electric, delivering six braces in his last eight appearances, including an incredible performance against New York Red Bulls:
- 68 touches
- 5 shots on target
- 2 goals
- 1 assist
Career Stats That Stun
With this latest assist, Messi’s career assist count has reached 386, just 14 short of the 400 mark, a milestone no other active player is even close to (none have even crossed 300!).
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Historic Milestones in Sight
Messi’s journey isn’t slowing down. He is now aiming for:
- 900 Career Goals – Needs just 26 more
- 50 Career Trophies – Only 4 short of the magical number
Milestone Current Target Remaining
- Career Goals 874 900 26
- Career Trophies 46 50 4
What makes Messi’s run even more astonishing is his consistency and quality despite his age. Fans across the world continue to witness a footballer who has not only dominated club and international football but is also scripting a story that may never be matched.
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