How many Champions League goals does Lionel Messi need to catch Cristiano Ronaldo?

Cristiano Ronaldo has been pushing for a move away from Manchester United, but he is set to stay put and that could leave a record-breaking window of opportunity open to Lionel Messi in the Champions League.

Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo: Head-to-head history, records and stats

Comparing Haaland's UCL record after 25 games to Messi, Ronaldo & Mbappe

Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi: Man Utd and PSG stars' head to head record ahead of Champions League showdown – The US Sun

ESPN FC - Lionel Messi only has 9 less club goals than Cristiano Ronaldo in 118 fewer matches played 👀

Lionel Messi One-Upped Cristiano Ronaldo's Heroic Hat-Trick

ESPN FC - Leo Messi has more than twice as many UCL goals against English clubs than any other player including Cristiano Ronaldo. His goals-per-game ratio against the Premier League's elite is

Messi vs. Ronaldo: The Final World Cup Showdown

How Cristiano Ronaldo seized Champions League throne from Lionel Messi

Champions League Final May Settle Ronaldo-Messi Debate - The New York Times

At same level as Messi or Ronaldo': Ex-Man City defender passes huge verdict