Is Lionel Messi a billionaire? Who is richer between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi?

Most fans have enjoyed Lionel Messi vs Cristia Ronaldo rivalry on pitch over course of past decade but re is seemingly ar Messi vs Ronaldo rivalry off pitch in relation to ir career earnings. Over last month, a number of fans have posed questions pertaining to  Messi vs Ronaldo net worth. Some of questions around global superstars were - Is Lionel Messi a billionaire? while some wanted to kw, 'Is Cristia Ronaldo a billionaire?' Here's a look at answer to question, is Messi richer than Ronaldo?

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Is Lionel Messi a billionaire? Is Cristia Ronaldo a billionaire?

question of 'Is Cristia Ronaldo a billionaire?' was triggered by a report from Forbes last month. answer to question 'Is Cristia Ronaldo a billionaire?' is yes. report from Fobes claimed that Cristia Ronaldo became first-ever billionaire footballer.  Juventus talisman made a reported $105 million (£83m) before tax over last year, taking his total worth over $1 billion (£789m) mark. Ronaldo also became only third athlete to cross  $1 billion figure while actively playing a sport. Portugal captain made an estimated $650m (£513m) in ws over his 17 years as a professional footballer while rest has been earned through endorsements.

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Is Lionel Messi a billionaire? Is Messi richer than Ronaldo?

report from Forbes also triggered fans to ask question, 'Is Lionel Messi a billionaire?' answer to question - is Lionel Messi a billionaire - is . Lionel Messi became  highest-paid player in LaLiga back in vember 2017 after agreeing a new deal to extend his stay at Camp u until 2021. Forbes reported that Barcelona captain earned an estimated $104m (£82m) in last year and is on course to join Ronaldo in  billionaire group in 2021, despite being around two and a half years younger than Portuguese icon.

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Messi vs Ronaldo: Lionel Messi net worth

Reports claim that Cristia Ronaldo's net worth is an estimated £361 million ($466m) as of 2020. Lionel Messi net worth as of 2020 is an estimated £309 million ($400m). Although Ronaldo has a higher net worth than Messi, Argentine has won Ballon d'Or a record six times while Cristia Ronaldo has won Ballon d'Or on five occasions.

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