The debate over who is greater, Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo, has been raging for over a decade - but this Brazilian icon has no doubts over the answer.

Cristiano Ronaldo recently scored his landmark 900th career goal, but how long will it take Messi to reach that same tally? We’ve taken a look into the stats. Given Ronaldo is two years older than Messi,

Argentina captain Lionel Messi is widely considered by many as the greatest footballer to have ever graced the sportHowever, countless comparisons have emerged over time, with various players being likened to the eight-time Ballon d'Or winnerBut an ex-Barcelona star icon has delivered a compelling argument why it is a 'sporting' sin to liken any player to MessiCHECK OUT: No Location Limits!

Messi's strike was blocked by Atlanta goalie Brad Guzan, and a putback attempt by Luis Suarez was also denied. The missed opportunities led to a frantic finish, which saw Atlanta United’s Aleksei Miranchuk score a pristine left boot in the 84th minute to force the draw.

Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Jordi Alba are not in the Inter Miami starting lineup for the road game against Atlanta United Wednesday night.