Ronaldinho vs Diego Maradona
Ronaldinho vs Diego Maradona: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Ronaldinho and Diego Maradona?
Ronaldinho's rivalry with Maradona is often cited as one of the greatest rivalries in football history, with both players competing for individual and team accolades throughout their careers.
Ronaldinho
Key numbers
- International caps97
- International goals33
- Club appearances511
- Club goals205
- Trophies wonover 1,000
Top honours
- FIFA World Cup2002
- La Liga2004-05
- Copa Libertadores2013
- FIFA World Player of the Year2004, 2005
- Ballon d'Or2005
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Diego Maradona
Visit Diego Maradona hubKey numbers
- Total club appearancesover 490
- Total club goalsover 250
- International caps for Argentina91
- International goals for Argentina34
- World Cups played4
Top honours
- FIFA World CupWinner (1986)
- FIFA Player of the CenturyJoint winner with Pelé (1999)
- Serie A Titles2 with Napoli (1986-87, 1989-90)
- Golden BallBest player at the 1986 World Cup
- UEFA CupWinner with Napoli (1988-89)