Messi's goal was his 850th for club and country. He is the fastest player (1081 games) and youngest player to ever do so, beating Cristiano Ronaldo by 98 games.

Brazil legend Ronaldo has announced he will run for the ... The 48-year-old, who was capped 98 times, will run as a candidate to replace current Confederation of Brazilian Football (CBF) president ...

Asked about Brazil's chances, former Real Madrid star Ronaldo – who amassed 98 international caps – said: "A few national teams that always will be there in the finals like Germany ...

We salute the all-time leading UEFA Champions League appearance-makers – in total, for one club, and by round.