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Cristiano Ronaldo vs Neymar 2026: Career Stats
Neymar has played 99 more games and recorded 25 more goals plus 127 additional assists over his career, demonstrating superior playmaking ability, while Ronaldo maintains a higher goals-per-game ratio (0.67 vs 0.61) showcasing elite finishing efficiency.
Cristiano Ronaldo
Portuguese forward renowned for athleticism, heading, and 5 Ballon d'Or awards.
Teams prioritizing elite goalscoring, penalty-taking specialists, and players who perform consistently in high-pressure moments.
Score71%
VS
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior
Brazilian winger known for elite dribbling, playmaking, and 2 major trophies with PSG and Barcelona.
Teams valuing creative playmaking, dribbling wizardry, and assist generation alongside goalscoring in fluid attacking systems.
Score71%
Quick Answer
AI SummaryNeymar has played 99 more games and recorded 25 more goals plus 127 additional assists over his career, demonstrating superior playmaking ability, while Ronaldo maintains a higher goals-per-game ratio (0.67 vs 0.61) showcasing elite finishing efficiency.
Our Verdict
AI-assistedChoose Cristiano Ronaldo if you value peak finishing efficiency and sustained excellence over an extended career—his 0.67 goals-per-game ratio at age 41 demonstrates exceptional longevity. Choose Neymar if you prioritize all-around playmaking with 254 career assists (99 more than Ronaldo) and creative contribution to team success.
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Cristiano Ronaldo
8.8/10
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior
6.2/10
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Best pickTeams prioritizing elite goalscoring, penalty-taking specialists, and players who perform consistently in high-pressure moments.
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Teams valuing creative playmaking, dribbling wizardry, and assist generation alongside goalscoring in fluid attacking systems.
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Key Differences at a Glance
- Career Goals:✓ Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior wins(439 goals vs 414 goals)
- Career Assists:✓ Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior wins(254 assists vs 127 assists)
- Games Played:✓ Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior wins(715 games vs 616 games)
Key Facts & Figures
107 numeric metrics compared
| Metric | Cristiano Ronaldo | Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballon d'Or Awards | 5 | — | — |
| Career Goals(goals) | 890 | 139 goals | |
| Champions League Titles | 5 | — | — |
| World Cup Titles | 0 | — | — |
| Height(cm) | 187cm | — | — |
| International Goals(goals) | 128 goals | 79 goals in 124 caps | |
| Games Played(games) | 616 games | 715 games | |
| Goals Per Game(ratio) | 0.67 goals/game | 0.61 goals/game | |
| Assists Per Game(APG) | 0.21 assists/game | 0.36 assists/game | |
| Player Height(cm) | 187 cm | 175 cm | |
| Career Combined Goals + Assists(combined) | 541 combined | 693 combined | |
| Total Career Goals(goals) | 414 goals | — | — |
| Goals Per Game Ratio(goals/match) | 0.77 | — | — |
| Career Assists (Age 28)(assists) | ~90 assists | — | — |
| Career Goals Scored(goals) | 890+ goals | — | — |
| International Caps(appearances) | 200+ caps | — | — |
| Major Trophies Won(titles) | 32 | 31 titles | |
| Estimated Market Value (2024)(USD Millions) | $50M | — | — |
| World Cup Tournament Participations(tournaments) | 5 (targeting 6th in 2026) | — | — |
| Champions League Different Opponents Scored Against(opponents) | 38 | — | — |
| EA FC 26 Finishing Rating(rating points) | 90 | — | — |
| EA FC 26 Positioning Rating(rating points) | 88 | — | — |
| EA FC 26 Dribbling Rating(rating points) | 81 | — | — |
| Weight(kg) | 79 | — | — |
| Sprint Speed Rating (FIFA/EA Sports)(points) | 85 | — | — |
| Current Market Value (2026)(€M) | €60M (estimated) | — | — |
| International Goals Scored(goals) | 141 goals | — | — |
| Total Career Club Goals(goals) | 850+ goals | — | — |
| Peak Dribble Success Rate(%) | 51% | — | — |
| Leagues Won at Elite Level(leagues) | 4 leagues | — | — |
| Career Length at Elite Performance(years) | 22 years (2002-2024) | — | — |
| Goals Per Game (Club Peak Period)(ratio) | 0.75 per match | — | — |
| Goals Per Season (5-Year Average)(goals/season) | 32 goals/season | — | — |
| Career Span(years) | 22 years (2003-2025) | — | — |
| xG Overperformance Rate(%) | 10.5% above xG | — | — |
| Career Club Goals(goals) | 895+ | — | — |
| Vertical Jump Height(cm) | 84 | — | — |
| Peak Goals Per Season Average(goals/season) | 51 (2013-14) | — | — |
| La Liga Championships(titles) | 2 | — | — |
| UEFA Champions League Titles(titles) | 5 titles | — | — |
| FIFA World Cup Wins(titles) | 0 | 0 | |
| Career Total Goals(goals) | 890 goals | — | — |
| Career Goals-Per-Game(goals/match) | 0.73 | — | — |
| Champions League Goals(goals) | 140 | — | — |
| Maximum Recorded Speed(km/h) | 34.9 | — | — |
| Elite League Seasons (40+ Goals)(seasons) | 8 seasons | — | — |
| International Goals (Career)(goals) | 128 goals | 79 goals in 124 appearances | |
| Club Goals (Career)(goals) | 450+ goals | — | — |
| Career Assists(assists) | 140+ assists | 68 assists | |
| Champions League Titles(trophies) | 5 titles (2008, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018) | 1 title (2015 with Barcelona) | |
| Peak Performance Duration(years) | 19 years (2003-2022) | — | — |
| FIFA World Cup Victory(count) | 0 World Cups | — | — |
| International Appearances(caps) | 196 appearances | — | — |
| Ballon d'Or Awards Won(awards) | 5 awards | — | — |
| Career Goals Scored (All Competitions)(goals) | 890 goals | — | — |
| Career Assists (All Competitions)(assists) | 140 assists | 280+ | |
| FIFA World Cup Titles(titles) | 0 titles | 0 titles (finalist 2014) | |
| Years Elite Performance Sustained(years) | 18 years (2007-2025 peak) | — | — |
| La Liga Titles Won(titles) | 2 titles | — | — |
| Major Trophies(trophies) | 32 | — | — |
| Dribbles Per Match(dribbles/match) | 2.1 | — | — |
| Pass Completion Rate(%) | 82.3% | — | — |
| Dribbling Success Rate(%) | ~50% | — | — |
| Career Span at Elite Level(years) | 20+ years (2003-2026) | — | — |
| Career Goals Total(goals) | 890 | — | — |
| Peak Consistency Period(seasons at 40+ goals) | 6 consecutive seasons (2011-2016) | — | — |
| League Titles Won(titles) | 15 titles | — | — |
| Best Single Season Goals(goals) | 73 goals (2011-12) | — | — |
| Dribbles per 90 Minutes(dribbles) | 2.1 | — | — |
| Goals per 90 Minutes(goals/90) | 0.71 | — | — |
| Career Match Appearances(matches) | 1,258 | — | — |
| Ballon d'Or Awards (Career Total)(awards) | 5 awards | 0 awards | |
| Career Goals (Club & International)(goals) | 890+ goals in 1,101 matches | 400+ club goals, 79 international (479 total) | |
| Major Trophy Count (Club & International)(trophies) | 32 trophies | 15 trophies | |
| Career Assists (Estimated)(assists) | 120+ assists | 65+ assists | |
| FIFA World Team of the Year Selections(selections) | 15 selections (2007-2019) | 6 selections (2011, 2014, 2015, 2019, 2021, 2022) | |
| Current Age(years) | 39 years old (born 1985) | 32 years old (born 1992) | |
| Ballon d'Or Awards(awards) | 5 awards | — | — |
| UEFA Champions League Goals(goals) | 140 goals | — | — |
| Major Clubs Played For(clubs) | 6 clubs | — | — |
| Goals Per Game (Career Average)(goals/game) | 0.89 goals/game | — | — |
| FIFA World Cup Appearances(tournaments) | 5 appearances (2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022) | — | — |
| Career Goals (Club & Country)(goals) | 890+ goals | — | — |
| Peak Dribbling Success Rate(%) | 32% (2007-2015) | — | — |
| Career Pass Completion Rate(%) | 85% | — | — |
| Professional Career Span(years) | 23 years (2003-2026) | — | — |
| Top Speed(km/h) | 32 km/h | 32 km/h | |
| Dribbling Ability(/100) | 94/100 | 94/100 | |
| Career Goals (All Competitions)(goals) | 420+ | 420+ | |
| Current Age (2026)(years) | 32 | 32 | |
| Goal Conversion Rate(%) | 18.5% | 18.5% | |
| Current FC 26 Overall Rating(/100) | 85/100 (CAM, Al-Hilal) | 85/100 (CAM, Al-Hilal) | |
| Career Goals (as of 2026)(goals) | 280+ goals | 280+ goals | |
| International Assists (Career Total)(assists) | 85+ assists | 85+ assists | |
| World Cup Championships(titles) | 0 titles | 0 titles | |
| Continental Championships(titles) | 2 titles | 2 titles | |
| Estimated Career Games Missed (Injuries)(games) | 150+ games | 150+ games | |
| Peak Sprint Speed(km/h) | 32.5 km/h | 32.5 km/h | |
| Dribbles per 90 Minutes (Average)(dribbles) | 8.2 dribbles | 8.2 dribbles | |
| International Assists (Career)(assists) | 33 assists in 124 games | 33 assists in 124 games | |
| Goals Per Game Ratio (International)(goals/game) | 0.64 goals/game | 0.64 goals/game | |
| Copa América Titles(titles) | 0 titles (finalist 2007) | 0 titles (finalist 2007) | |
| Successful Dribbles Per Game (Peak Era 2010-2012)(percentage) | 68% success rate | 68% success rate | |
| International Appearances (Career)(appearances) | 124 appearances | 124 appearances | |
| Goals Per Game Average(goals/match) | 0.44 | 0.44 | |
| Dribbles Per Game(per match) | 2.8 | 2.8 | |
| Top Speed Recorded(km/h) | 32.5 km/h | 32.5 km/h |
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Key Differences
7 attributes compared head-to-head
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior leads1 tie
Cristiano Ronaldo
Attribute
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior
- 414 goalsCareer Goals439 goals(winner)
- 127 assistsCareer Assists254 assists(winner)
- 616 gamesGames Played715 games(winner)
- 0.67 goals/game(winner)Goals-Per-Game Ratio0.61 goals/game
- 0.21 assists/gameAssists-Per-Game Ratio0.36 assists/game(winner)
- Forward/WingerPlaying PositionWinger/Attacking Midfielder
- Age 41 (2025-26 season)(winner)Career Longevity PeakAge 34 (2025 season)
- Career Goals
Cristiano Ronaldo
414 goals
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior
439 goals(winner)
- Career Assists
Cristiano Ronaldo
127 assists
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior
254 assists(winner)
- Games Played
Cristiano Ronaldo
616 games
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior
715 games(winner)
- Goals-Per-Game Ratio
Cristiano Ronaldo
0.67 goals/game(winner)
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior
0.61 goals/game
- Assists-Per-Game Ratio
Cristiano Ronaldo
0.21 assists/game
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior
0.36 assists/game(winner)
- Playing Position
Cristiano Ronaldo
Forward/Winger
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior
Winger/Attacking Midfielder
- Career Longevity Peak
Cristiano Ronaldo
Age 41 (2025-26 season)(winner)
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior
Age 34 (2025 season)
Full Comparison
| Attribute | Cristiano Ronaldo | Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior |
|---|---|---|
| Ballon d'Or Awards | 5 | — |
| Career Goals(goals) | 890(winner) | 139 goals |
| Career Goals (as of 2026)(goals) | 280+ goals | — |
| Champions League Titles | 5 | — |
| World Cup Titles | 0 | — |
| Height(cm) | 187cm | — |
| Player Height(cm) | 187 cm | 175 cm |
| Weight(kg) | 79 | — |
| Maximum Recorded Speed(km/h) | 34.9 | — |
| Top Speed(km/h) | 32 km/h | — |
Show 1 more attributeTop Speed Recorded(km/h) 32.5 km/h — | ||
| International Goals(goals) | 128 goals(winner) | 79 goals in 124 caps |
| International Goals Scored(goals) | 141 goals | — |
| Career Goals (Club & Country)(goals) | 890+ goals | — |
| Games Played(games) | 616 games(winner) | 715 games |
| Goals Per Game(ratio) | 0.67 goals/game(winner) | 0.61 goals/game |
| Goals Per Game Ratio(goals/match) | 0.77 | — |
| Goals Per Game (Club Peak Period)(ratio) | 0.75 per match | — |
| xG Overperformance Rate(%) | 10.5% above xG | — |
| Career Goals-Per-Game(goals/match) | 0.73 | — |
Show 4 more attributesGoals per 90 Minutes(goals/90) 0.71 — Goals Per Game (Career Average)(goals/game) 0.89 goals/game — Goals Per Game Ratio (International)(goals/game) 0.64 goals/game — Goals Per Game Average(goals/match) 0.44 — | ||
| Assists Per Game(APG) | 0.21 assists/game | 0.36 assists/game(winner) |
| Career Assists (Age 28)(assists) | ~90 assists | — |
| Career Assists(assists) | 140+ assists(winner) | 68 assists |
| Career Assists (All Competitions)(assists) | 140 assists | 280+(winner) |
| Career Assists (Estimated)(assists) | 120+ assists(winner) | 65+ assists |
Show 1 more attributeInternational Assists (Career Total)(assists) 85+ assists — | ||
| Career Combined Goals + Assists(combined) | 541 combined | 693 combined(winner) |
| Total Career Goals(goals) | 414 goals | — |
| Total Career Club Goals(goals) | 850+ goals | — |
| Career Goals Total(goals) | 890 | — |
| Career Goals (Club & International)(goals) | 890+ goals in 1,101 matches(winner) | 400+ club goals, 79 international (479 total) |
| Career Goals Scored(goals) | 890+ goals | — |
| International Caps(appearances) | 200+ caps | — |
| Major Trophies Won(titles) | 32(winner) | 31 titles |
| Estimated Market Value (2024)(USD Millions) | $50M | — |
| World Cup Tournament Participations(tournaments) | 5 (targeting 6th in 2026) | — |
| International Appearances (Career)(appearances) | 124 appearances | — |
| Peak Career Performance Period(years) | 2008-2024 (16 years) | — |
| Champions League Different Opponents Scored Against(opponents) | 38 | — |
| EA FC 26 Finishing Rating(rating points) | 90 | — |
| EA FC 26 Positioning Rating(rating points) | 88 | — |
| EA FC 26 Dribbling Rating(rating points) | 81 | — |
| Market Value (2026)(EUR millions) | Not specified | — |
| Sprint Speed Rating (FIFA/EA Sports)(points) | 85 | — |
| Current Market Value (2026)(€M) | €60M (estimated) | — |
| Real Madrid First 90 Games Comparison(performance index) | Benchmark baseline (established standard) | — |
| Club Goals (Career)(goals) | 450+ goals | — |
| Peak Dribble Success Rate(%) | 51% | — |
| Dribbling Success Rate(%) | ~50% | — |
| Dribbling Ability(/100) | 94/100 | — |
| Leagues Won at Elite Level(leagues) | 4 leagues | — |
| Career Length at Elite Performance(years) | 22 years (2002-2024) | — |
| Career Span(years) | 22 years (2003-2025) | — |
| Peak Performance Duration(years) | 19 years (2003-2022) | — |
| Years Elite Performance Sustained(years) | 18 years (2007-2025 peak) | — |
| Career Span at Elite Level(years) | 20+ years (2003-2026) | — |
Show 1 more attributeProfessional Career Span(years) 23 years (2003-2026) — | ||
| Goals Per Season (5-Year Average)(goals/season) | 32 goals/season | — |
| Career Club Goals(goals) | 895+ | — |
| Peak Goals Per Season Average(goals/season) | 51 (2013-14) | — |
| Vertical Jump Height(cm) | 84 | — |
| La Liga Championships(titles) | 2 | — |
| Champions League Titles(trophies) | 5 titles (2008, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018)(winner) | 1 title (2015 with Barcelona) |
| La Liga Titles Won(titles) | 2 titles | — |
| Major Trophy Count (Club & International)(trophies) | 32 trophies(winner) | 15 trophies |
| UEFA Champions League Titles(titles) | 5 titles | — |
| FIFA World Cup Wins(titles) | 0 | 0 |
| Career Total Goals(goals) | 890 goals | — |
| International Goals (Career)(goals) | 128 goals(winner) | 79 goals in 124 appearances |
| Career Goals Scored (All Competitions)(goals) | 890 goals | — |
| Career Goals (All Competitions)(goals) | 420+ | — |
| Champions League Goals(goals) | 140 | — |
| Elite League Seasons (40+ Goals)(seasons) | 8 seasons | — |
| FIFA World Cup Victory(count) | 0 World Cups | — |
| International Appearances(caps) | 196 appearances | — |
| Ballon d'Or Awards Won(awards) | 5 awards | — |
| FIFA World Cup Titles(titles) | 0 titles | 0 titles (finalist 2014) |
| World Cup Championships(titles) | 0 titles | — |
| Continental Championships(titles) | 2 titles | — |
| Copa América Titles(titles) | 0 titles (finalist 2007) | — |
| Major Trophies(trophies) | 32 | — |
| Dribbles Per Match(dribbles/match) | 2.1 | — |
| Dribbles per 90 Minutes(dribbles) | 2.1 | — |
| Peak Dribbling Success Rate(%) | 32% (2007-2015) | — |
| Career Pass Completion Rate(%) | 85% | — |
| Successful Dribbles Per Game (Peak Era 2010-2012)(percentage) | 68% success rate | — |
| Pass Completion Rate(%) | 82.3% | — |
| Peak Consistency Period(seasons at 40+ goals) | 6 consecutive seasons (2011-2016) | — |
| League Titles Won(titles) | 15 titles | — |
| Best Single Season Goals(goals) | 73 goals (2011-12) | — |
| Career Match Appearances(matches) | 1,258 | — |
| Estimated Career Games Missed (Injuries)(games) | 150+ games | — |
| Ballon d'Or Awards (Career Total)(awards) | 5 awards(winner) | 0 awards |
| FIFA World Team of the Year Selections(selections) | 15 selections (2007-2019)(winner) | 6 selections (2011, 2014, 2015, 2019, 2021, 2022) |
| Current Age(years) | 39 years old (born 1985) | 32 years old (born 1992)(winner) |
| Current Age (2026)(years) | 32 | — |
| Ballon d'Or Awards(awards) | 5 awards | — |
| UEFA Champions League Goals(goals) | 140 goals | — |
| Major Clubs Played For(clubs) | 6 clubs | — |
| FIFA World Cup Appearances(tournaments) | 5 appearances (2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022) | — |
| Goal Conversion Rate(%) | 18.5% | — |
| Current FC 26 Overall Rating(/100) | 85/100 (CAM, Al-Hilal) | — |
| Peak Sprint Speed(km/h) | 32.5 km/h | — |
| Dribbles per 90 Minutes (Average)(dribbles) | 8.2 dribbles | — |
| International Assists (Career)(assists) | 33 assists in 124 games | — |
| Dribbles Per Game(per match) | 2.8 | — |
Cristiano RonaldoNeymar da Silva Santos JúniorBallon d'Or Awards
5
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Career Goals(goals)
890
139 goals
Career Goals (as of 2026)(goals)
280+ goals
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Champions League Titles
5
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World Cup Titles
0
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Height(cm)
187cm
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Player Height(cm)
187 cm
175 cm
Weight(kg)
79
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Maximum Recorded Speed(km/h)
34.9
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Top Speed(km/h)
32 km/h
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Top Speed Recorded(km/h)
32.5 km/h
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International Goals(goals)
128 goals
79 goals in 124 caps
International Goals Scored(goals)
141 goals
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Career Goals (Club & Country)(goals)
890+ goals
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Games Played(games)
616 games
715 games
Goals Per Game(ratio)
0.67 goals/game
0.61 goals/game
Goals Per Game Ratio(goals/match)
0.77
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Goals Per Game (Club Peak Period)(ratio)
0.75 per match
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xG Overperformance Rate(%)
10.5% above xG
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Career Goals-Per-Game(goals/match)
0.73
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Goals per 90 Minutes(goals/90)
0.71
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Goals Per Game (Career Average)(goals/game)
0.89 goals/game
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Goals Per Game Ratio (International)(goals/game)
0.64 goals/game
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Goals Per Game Average(goals/match)
0.44
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Assists Per Game(APG)
0.21 assists/game
0.36 assists/game
Career Assists (Age 28)(assists)
~90 assists
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Career Assists(assists)
140+ assists
68 assists
Career Assists (All Competitions)(assists)
140 assists
280+
Career Assists (Estimated)(assists)
120+ assists
65+ assists
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International Assists (Career Total)(assists)
85+ assists
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Career Combined Goals + Assists(combined)
541 combined
693 combined
Total Career Goals(goals)
414 goals
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Total Career Club Goals(goals)
850+ goals
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Career Goals Total(goals)
890
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Career Goals (Club & International)(goals)
890+ goals in 1,101 matches
400+ club goals, 79 international (479 total)
Career Goals Scored(goals)
890+ goals
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International Caps(appearances)
200+ caps
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Major Trophies Won(titles)
32
31 titles
Estimated Market Value (2024)(USD Millions)
$50M
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World Cup Tournament Participations(tournaments)
5 (targeting 6th in 2026)
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International Appearances (Career)(appearances)
124 appearances
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Peak Career Performance Period(years)
2008-2024 (16 years)
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Champions League Different Opponents Scored Against(opponents)
38
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EA FC 26 Finishing Rating(rating points)
90
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EA FC 26 Positioning Rating(rating points)
88
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EA FC 26 Dribbling Rating(rating points)
81
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Market Value (2026)(EUR millions)
Not specified
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Sprint Speed Rating (FIFA/EA Sports)(points)
85
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Current Market Value (2026)(€M)
€60M (estimated)
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Real Madrid First 90 Games Comparison(performance index)
Benchmark baseline (established standard)
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Club Goals (Career)(goals)
450+ goals
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Peak Dribble Success Rate(%)
51%
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Dribbling Success Rate(%)
~50%
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Dribbling Ability(/100)
94/100
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Leagues Won at Elite Level(leagues)
4 leagues
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Career Length at Elite Performance(years)
22 years (2002-2024)
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Career Span(years)
22 years (2003-2025)
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Peak Performance Duration(years)
19 years (2003-2022)
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Years Elite Performance Sustained(years)
18 years (2007-2025 peak)
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Career Span at Elite Level(years)
20+ years (2003-2026)
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Professional Career Span(years)
23 years (2003-2026)
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Goals Per Season (5-Year Average)(goals/season)
32 goals/season
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Career Club Goals(goals)
895+
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Peak Goals Per Season Average(goals/season)
51 (2013-14)
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Vertical Jump Height(cm)
84
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La Liga Championships(titles)
2
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Champions League Titles(trophies)
5 titles (2008, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018)
1 title (2015 with Barcelona)
La Liga Titles Won(titles)
2 titles
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Major Trophy Count (Club & International)(trophies)
32 trophies
15 trophies
UEFA Champions League Titles(titles)
5 titles
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FIFA World Cup Wins(titles)
0
0
Career Total Goals(goals)
890 goals
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International Goals (Career)(goals)
128 goals
79 goals in 124 appearances
Career Goals Scored (All Competitions)(goals)
890 goals
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Career Goals (All Competitions)(goals)
420+
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Champions League Goals(goals)
140
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Elite League Seasons (40+ Goals)(seasons)
8 seasons
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FIFA World Cup Victory(count)
0 World Cups
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International Appearances(caps)
196 appearances
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Ballon d'Or Awards Won(awards)
5 awards
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FIFA World Cup Titles(titles)
0 titles
0 titles (finalist 2014)
World Cup Championships(titles)
0 titles
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Continental Championships(titles)
2 titles
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Copa América Titles(titles)
0 titles (finalist 2007)
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Major Trophies(trophies)
32
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Dribbles Per Match(dribbles/match)
2.1
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Dribbles per 90 Minutes(dribbles)
2.1
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Peak Dribbling Success Rate(%)
32% (2007-2015)
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Career Pass Completion Rate(%)
85%
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Successful Dribbles Per Game (Peak Era 2010-2012)(percentage)
68% success rate
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Pass Completion Rate(%)
82.3%
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Peak Consistency Period(seasons at 40+ goals)
6 consecutive seasons (2011-2016)
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League Titles Won(titles)
15 titles
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Best Single Season Goals(goals)
73 goals (2011-12)
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Career Match Appearances(matches)
1,258
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Estimated Career Games Missed (Injuries)(games)
150+ games
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Ballon d'Or Awards (Career Total)(awards)
5 awards
0 awards
FIFA World Team of the Year Selections(selections)
15 selections (2007-2019)
6 selections (2011, 2014, 2015, 2019, 2021, 2022)
Current Age(years)
39 years old (born 1985)
32 years old (born 1992)
Current Age (2026)(years)
32
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Ballon d'Or Awards(awards)
5 awards
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UEFA Champions League Goals(goals)
140 goals
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Major Clubs Played For(clubs)
6 clubs
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FIFA World Cup Appearances(tournaments)
5 appearances (2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022)
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Goal Conversion Rate(%)
18.5%
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Current FC 26 Overall Rating(/100)
85/100 (CAM, Al-Hilal)
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Peak Sprint Speed(km/h)
32.5 km/h
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Dribbles per 90 Minutes (Average)(dribbles)
8.2 dribbles
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International Assists (Career)(assists)
33 assists in 124 games
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Dribbles Per Game(per match)
2.8
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Pros & Cons
10 pros·4 cons across both
Cristiano Ronaldo
+5-2
Pros
- Highest goals-per-game ratio (0.67) demonstrating elite finishing efficiency
- Exceptional career longevity performing at elite level until age 41 in 2025-26
- Superior penalty conversion and set-piece scoring ability
- Consistent 40+ goal seasons across multiple decades
- Physical conditioning and athleticism maintained into late 30s
Cons
- 127 assists across career shows limited playmaking compared to peers (0.21 per game)
- Higher dependency on finisher role limits tactical flexibility
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior
+5-2
Pros
- 439 career goals (25 more than Ronaldo) with superior all-around output
- 254 career assists (127 more than Ronaldo) showing elite playmaking and chance creation
- Highest assists-per-game ratio (0.36) among elite strikers demonstrates creative brilliance
- Height 175 cm and weight 68 kg provide agility and dribbling advantage
- Versatile positioning between winger and attacking midfielder roles
Cons
- 0.61 goals-per-game ratio trails Ronaldo's 0.67 showing less clinical finishing
- Injury history has interrupted career consistency and availability
Frequently Asked Questions
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Neymar has scored 439 career goals compared to Cristiano Ronaldo's 414 goals. However, Ronaldo achieves a superior goals-per-game ratio of 0.67 versus Neymar's 0.61, meaning Ronaldo is more clinically efficient despite playing fewer games.
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