Luis Suárez vs Cristiano Ronaldo
Luis Suárez vs Cristiano Ronaldo: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Luis Suárez and Cristiano Ronaldo?
Suárez and Ronaldo have been contemporaries in top European leagues, often compared for their scoring prowess and impact on their respective teams. Their rivalry intensified during their time in La Liga, where both were key players for Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Luis Suárez
Key numbers
- Career goals410
- International caps143
- International goals69
- Club appearances646
- Major titles wonMultiple
Top honours
- Copa AméricaWinner in 2011 and 2024
- European Golden ShoeTwice awarded for being the top scorer in European leagues
- Premier League Golden BootTop scorer in the 2013-14 season
- Pichichi TrophyTop scorer in La Liga during the 2015-16 season
- Eredivisie Golden BootTop scorer in the 2009-10 season
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Cristiano Ronaldo
Key numbers
- Career goals600
- International caps227
- International goals143
- Champions League titles5
- Ballon d'Or wins5
Top honours
- UEFA European ChampionshipWinner (2016)
- UEFA Nations LeagueWinner (2019, 2025)
- Ballon d'Or5 times (2008, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017)
- UEFA Champions League5 times (2008, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018)
- FIFA Club World CupWinner (2008, 2014, 2016)