Calendar Year
Messi vs Ronaldo in 2021
Messi led in goals in 2021 with 38 goals — 4 more than Ronaldo.
Won Copa América with Argentina; left Barcelona
📊 Last Updated: April 6, 2026 • Source: Official Stats
38
Messi Goals
2021
Calendar Year
34
Ronaldo Goals
2021 Stats Breakdown
Goals
38 34
Assists
23 6
Appearances
49 46
Goal contributions
61 40