Ex-Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos has conceded that Lionel Messi is the greatest player ever, after years of suffering at the hands of his once rival.

Lionel Messi has overtaken Cristiano Ronaldo in an elite feat, despite playing 167 fewer games. Messi, now 38, has more non-penalty goals than the legendary Portuguese.

Lionel Messi has surpassed Cristiano Ronaldo. With 26 goals to reach 900, and just four trophies shy of a historic 50 titles, Messi is scripting a legacy that may never be matched.

A look at some of the most important Lionel Messi cards in the history of The Hobby, as he continues to dominate MLS

Marco van Basten named his 3 greatest players in football history and he snubbed some true legends, including no Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

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