When it comes to the greatest footballers of all time, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are often the two names that come to mind. Both players have achieved incredible success in their respective careers, and both have broken numerous records. However, when it comes to Guinness World Records, it is Messi who has the edge.

Messi has an impressive 41 Guinness World Records, while Ronaldo has 40. This includes the record for most goals scored in a single season, which Messi achieved in the 2011-12 season when he scored 73 goals in all competitions. He also holds the record for most goals scored in a single calendar year, with 91 goals in 2012.

Messi also holds the record for most goals scored in a La Liga season, with 50 goals in the 2011-12 season. He also holds the record for most goals scored in a Champions League season, with 14 goals in the 2011-12 season. He also holds the record for most goals scored in a single Champions League match, with five goals against Bayer Leverkusen in 2012.

In addition to his records for goals scored, Messi also holds the record for most Ballon d’Or awards won, with six. He also holds the record for most consecutive La Liga Player of the Month awards, with six in a row from October 2010 to March 2011. He also holds the record for most consecutive La Liga Player of the Year awards, with four in a row from 2009 to 2012.

Messi also holds the record for most assists in a single season, with 21 in the 2011-12 season. He also holds the record for most hat-tricks in a single season, with eight in the 2011-12 season. He also holds the record for most goals scored in a single match, with five goals against Bayer Leverkusen in 2012.

At the World Cup, Messi holds the record for most man-of-the-match honours, with 11. He also holds the record for most goals scored in a single World Cup tournament, with six goals in the 2014 tournament. He also holds the record for most goals scored in a single World Cup match, with four goals against Ecuador in 2014.

It is clear that Messi has achieved incredible success in his career, and has broken numerous records in the process. His 41 Guinness World Records are a testament to his incredible talent and skill, and it is unlikely that anyone will be able to match or surpass his achievements any time soon. Messi is undoubtedly one of the greatest footballers of all time, and his records will stand the test of time.