If Lionel Messi or Christian Ronaldo manages to win a World Cup, will they be considered the greatest ever?

The title of the greatest football player is subjective and depends on various factors. Winning a FIFA World Cup is often considered a significant achievement and can certainly influence the perception of a player’s greatness. As of my last knowledge update in January 2022, both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo haven’t won a FIFA World Cup.

If either Messi or Ronaldo were to win a World Cup in the future, it would likely add to their legacy and enhance their standing in the football world. The debate over the greatest football player often considers individual skills, consistency, goal-scoring records, leadership, and team achievements. While a World Cup victory could strengthen their cases, opinions on who is the greatest player ever will continue to vary based on personal preferences and biases.

It’s worth noting that both Messi and Ronaldo have had extraordinary careers, winning numerous individual awards and achieving remarkable success at the club level. The “greatest ever” title is subjective and often rooted in personal preferences and allegiances to particular players or eras.