Luis Suárez vs Lionel Messi
Luis Suárez vs Lionel Messi: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Luis Suárez and Lionel Messi?
As teammates at Barcelona and rivals in international competitions, Suárez and Messi have formed a formidable partnership on the pitch, leading to numerous titles and records. Their chemistry was pivotal during Barcelona's treble-winning season in 2015.
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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Lionel Messi
Key numbers
- Total career goals989
- Total career assists410
- Total international caps199
- Total international goals117
- Total club titles46
Top honours
- FIFA World CupWinner (2022)
- Copa AméricaWinner (2021, 2024)
- Ballon d'Or8 times
- European Golden Shoe6 times
- Most goals in La Liga474 goals