Goals · 2007
2007: 17 vs 42.
In 2007, Cristiano Ronaldo scored 42 goals to Lionel Messi's 17 — a margin of 25 in Ronaldo's favour.
Cristiano Ronaldo · 2007
42
goals — his 14th-best scoring year
Played for Manchester United and Portugal.
Seasons overlapping 2007
Ronaldo · 2007–08 · Man United
42 goals in 49 games
Premier League + first Champions League. First Ballon d'Or.
Frequently asked
How many goals did Lionel Messi score in 2007?+
Lionel Messi scored 17 goals in the 2007 calendar year, playing for Barcelona and Argentina. That is his 21st-highest scoring year on record.
How many goals did Cristiano Ronaldo score in 2007?+
Cristiano Ronaldo scored 42 goals in the 2007 calendar year, playing for Manchester United and Portugal. That is his 14th-highest scoring year on record.
Who scored more goals in 2007, Messi or Ronaldo?+
Cristiano Ronaldo, by 25 goals (17 to 42). Between them they scored 59 goals in 2007.
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