Lionel Messi has set a new world record that might seem quite impossible for Cristiano Ronaldo to achieve.
Messi and Ronaldo have been rivals for almost two decades, as both great players try to outdo each other, pushing themselves to achieve unimaginable records.
Lionel Messi’s new World record
However, Lionel Messi’s new record looks impossible for the Portugal legend to achieve. The Argentine captain broke the record for the player with the most appearances for a World Cup-winning country.
This record was achieved during Argentina’s friendly game against Ecuador. Messi, who started the game from the bench, came on as a replacement for veteran attacker Angel Di Maria in the 56th minute, marking his 181st cap, as per Marca.
Messi, who was tied with Sergio Ramos at 180, has now emerged as the most-capped player for a team that has won the World Cup, a record that is sure to continue as Argentina prepares for the upcoming Copa America tournament.
Due to the evident fact that Cristiano Ronaldo has not yet won a World Cup with the Portugal national team, this record will most likely remain unbroken by the great legend.
However, the 39-year-old star, who has 207 caps for Portugal, reached an incredible milestone as he recently recorded his 130th international goal, the most by any player in football history.
