Head-to-Head Comparison

Robert Lewandowski and Cristiano Ronaldo face off in this head-to-head comparison. Both are Forwards — Robert Lewandowski plays for FC Barcelona in the La Liga and represents Poland, while Cristiano Ronaldo turns out for Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League for Portugal. Cristiano Ronaldo is the elder of the two at 41, with Robert Lewandowski 4 years younger at 37.

In front of goal, Cristiano Ronaldo leads with 961 career goals to Robert Lewandowski's 633. For assists, Cristiano Ronaldo edges ahead with 260 versus 124 for Robert Lewandowski. Cristiano Ronaldo has the more decorated cabinet with 35 career trophies compared to 26 for Robert Lewandowski. Cristiano Ronaldo has won the Ballon d'Or 5 times, an accolade Robert Lewandowski is yet to claim. Internationally, Cristiano Ronaldo has earned more caps (226) compared to Robert Lewandowski's 165.

Based on the 12 statistical categories above, Cristiano Ronaldo comes out on top — winning 11 of the 12 measurable stats compared to Robert Lewandowski's 1. Of course, statistics only tell part of the story, and football fans will always debate the intangibles.