Head-to-Head Comparison

Cristiano Ronaldo and Rodri face off in this head-to-head comparison. Cristiano Ronaldo operates as a Forward while Rodri is a Midfielder — Cristiano Ronaldo plays for Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League and represents Portugal, while Rodri turns out for Manchester City in the Premier League for Spain. Cristiano Ronaldo is the elder of the two at 41, with Rodri 12 years younger at 29.

In front of goal, Cristiano Ronaldo leads with 961 career goals to Rodri's 55. For assists, Cristiano Ronaldo edges ahead with 260 versus 65 for Rodri. Cristiano Ronaldo has the more decorated cabinet with 35 career trophies compared to 11 for Rodri. Both have claimed the Ballon d'Or — Cristiano Ronaldo 5 times and Rodri 1 time. Internationally, Cristiano Ronaldo has earned more caps (226) compared to Rodri's 65.

Based on the 12 statistical categories above, Cristiano Ronaldo comes out on top — winning 10 of the 12 measurable stats compared to Rodri's 2. Of course, statistics only tell part of the story, and football fans will always debate the intangibles.