Lionel Messi Nears 900th Goal in 2026: Can He Reach 1,000 Goals and Surpass Ronaldo?

- Lionel Messi is on the brink of scoring his 900th goal in 2026, sparking discussions about reaching 1,000 goals and surpassing Cristiano Ronaldo's record.

Lionel Messi Nears 900th Goal in 2026

Lionel Messi is approaching his 900th career goal across Argentina, Barcelona, PSG, and Inter Miami as he enters 2026. The 38-year-old is set to achieve this milestone soon after his recent MLS Cup triumph with Miami.

Messi's Remarkable Goal-Scoring Journey

Messi's goal-scoring journey began in 2005, with most of his 896 goals scored for Barcelona. His international tally for Argentina stands at 115 goals, with notable achievements like the 2022 FIFA World Cup final.

Messi's Records and Milestones

Messi holds various records, including becoming Barcelona's top career scorer and the fastest player to reach 100 Champions League goals. His pursuit of 1,000 career goals and potentially surpassing Ronaldo's tally is a topic of interest.

Can Messi Reach 1,000 Goals and Surpass Ronaldo?

With Messi's current goal-scoring rate, averaging 36 goals a season for club and country, he could reach 1,000 goals by the end of the 2028 season. If he continues at this pace, he may even exceed Ronaldo's tally, considering their age difference.