Who is greater: Lionel Messi or Edson Pelé?

Lionel Messi and Edson Pelé are both considered among the greatest Football athletes of all time. This page compares their career stats, honours and achievements side by side so you can judge for yourself.

What sport do Lionel Messi and Edson Pelé play?

Both Lionel Messi and Edson Pelé compete in Football.

How many career trophies does Lionel Messi have compared to Edson Pelé?

See the full breakdown in the career stats table above. The comparison covers 472 key statistical categories including honours and major title counts.

Head-to-Head Comparison

Lionel Messi vs Edson Pelé

Lionel Messi vs Edson Pelé: career statistics, honours, records and head-to-head comparison. Who is the greater Football athlete?

Lionel Messi

Argentine · Football

⭐ FSP Score: 88/100

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Edson Pelé

Brazilian · Football

⭐ FSP Score: 100/100

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By the numbers

Career Statistics

Lionel Messi	Stat	Edson Pelé
919	Career Goals	757
191	International Caps	92
112	International Goals	77
46	Career Trophies	26

Lionel Messi

Honours

La Liga 10x (Barcelona)
Copa del Rey 7x (Barcelona)
Champions League 2006, 2009, 2011, 2015 (Barcelona)
UEFA Champions League Final MVP 2011

Edson Pelé

Honours

FIFA World Cup 1958, 1962, 1970
Copa Libertadores 1962, 1963
Intercontinental Cup 1962, 1963
Campeonato Brasileiro 6x

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