Lionel Messi is the first name that comes to mind for several top players in European soccer when talking about the Champions League, despite the fact that Cristiano Ronaldo has won more titles and scored more goals in the competition.

Cristiano Ronaldo appears to suggest that he is no longer interested in his race with Lionel Messi for the Ballon d'Or Award, turning his attention to team glory.

Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has insisted that he will always pick Lionel Messi ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo.

Frank Lampard has given his definitive take on the long-standing Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi debate after previously changing his mind. The former Chelsea midfielder has been asked the 'GOAT' question on numerous occasions over the years.

The GOAT debate between Ronaldo and Messi has raged for years. Erling Haaland and other football stars were asked to pick the Champions League GOAT between the two.

The GOAT debate between Ronaldo and Messi has raged for years. Erling Haaland and other football stars were asked to pick the Champions League GOAT between the two.

When asked which player first comes to mind when thinking of the Champions League, top football stars like Erling Haaland, Virgil van Dijk, and Kevin De Bruyne all had the same answer — Cristiano Ronaldo.

Several football stars, including Erling Haaland and Virgil van Dijk, named Cristiano Ronaldo when asked a Champions League question.