.Lionel Messi has surpassed the goal-scoring record of Cristiano Ronaldo in European club football – in 105 games fewer.
Messi netted his 19th club goal of the campaign as Paris Saint-Germain recorded a two-goal victory in Ligue 1 away at Nice on Saturday. It was the 702nd goal of his club career and took him one clear of his long-term rival Ronaldo.
The Argentine’s future in the French capital looks more uncertain than ever after the club put contract talks on hold over financial concerns, but he continues to set multiple records and remains lethal when in front of goal.
