Celebrity Comparison
Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi Height Comparison
Cristiano Ronaldo is 15 cm (0'6") taller than Lionel Messi.
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Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi, drawn to scale
Cristiano Ronaldo (6'1" / 185 cm) and Lionel Messi (5'7" / 170 cm) have anchored football's most debated individual rivalry for over a decade, combining for well over half of all Ballon d'Or awards handed out between 2008 and 2023. Their contrasting physical profiles echo their contrasting styles: Ronaldo's height and leap power an aerial, explosive game, while Messi's lower center of gravity suits close control and sudden changes of direction.
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At 15 cm, the height gap is reliably visible in photos and immediately apparent in person, roughly equivalent to the height of a standard house brick standing on end.
Cristiano Ronaldo at 6'1" is 14 cm above the global average for men (171 cm). Lionel Messi at 5'7" is 1 cm below the global average for men (171 cm).
| Cristiano Ronaldo | 6'1" (185 cm) |
|---|---|
| Lionel Messi | 5'7" (170 cm) |
| Difference | 15 cm (0'6") |
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Cristiano Ronaldo?
Cristiano Ronaldo is 6'1" tall (185 cm), sourced from UEFA player profile.
How tall is Lionel Messi?
Lionel Messi is 5'7" tall (170 cm), sourced from MLS player profile.
Who is taller, Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi?
Cristiano Ronaldo is taller. Cristiano Ronaldo is 15 cm (0'6") taller than Lionel Messi. Cristiano Ronaldo is reported at 6'1" (185 cm); Lionel Messi at 5'7" (170 cm).
How tall is Cristiano Ronaldo compared to the average person?
Cristiano Ronaldo at 6'1" (185 cm) is 14 cm above the average height for men globally (171 cm).
Who has won more Ballon d'Or awards, Ronaldo or Messi?
Messi has won more: 8 to Ronaldo's 5, as of Messi's most recent win in 2023. Between them, the two have combined for 13 of the awards handed out since 2008, dominating the honor for over a decade.
Height at a Glance
Cristiano Ronaldo Height
- Feet & Inches6'1"
- Centimetres185 cm
- Metres1.85 m
- ProfessionAthlete
- NationalityPortuguese
- vs Avg (men)+14 cm
Lionel Messi Height
- Feet & Inches5'7"
- Centimetres170 cm
- Metres1.70 m
- ProfessionAthlete
- NationalityArgentine
- vs Avg (men)-1 cm