He is the best finisher in history — Harry Kane weighs in on Ronaldo vs Messi debate

He is the best finisher in history — Harry Kane weighs in on Ronaldo vs Messi debate

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 15:12 - 10.10.2025

Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi? Bayern Munich and England captain Harry Kane has picked the greatest finisher in football history.

Harry Kane has enjoyed a phenomenal start to his career in Germany, including winning a Bundesliga title and a European Golden Shoe with Bayern Munich last season.

The England captain is arguably one of the world's best finishers, and he was recently put to the test in an interview with GOAL.

Kane was tasked with remaining silent as a list of legendary names was read out, only speaking when he heard the name of the best finisher ever.

Kane picks Ronaldo over Messi as best finisher

The 31-year-old stayed quiet as icons like former Celtic and Barcelona star Henrik Larsson, ex-Bayern Munich hero Robert Lewandowski, AC Milan legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Brazil's Ronaldo (R9), and even Lionel Messi were mentioned.

It was only when the name of former Real Madrid and Manchester United attacker Cristiano Ronaldo was mentioned that Kane broke his silence, simply stating: "Ronnie."

Cristiano Ronaldo in action against Hungary || Image credit: Imago
Cristiano Ronaldo in action against Hungary || Image credit: Imago
Cristiano Ronaldo responds to Lionel Messi with a brace in Portugal's 5-0 win against Armenia in the World Cup Qualifier.

Ronaldo is on his way to 1000 goals, a significant milestone that has never been reached by anyone else.

While many will make a case for Messi being the better player, CR7 certainly has a dedication to goalscoring that places him among the world's greatest ever scorers.