The most games played in the twenty-first century is a record that legendary football player Cristiano Ronaldo has set. However, this record is not only Ronaldo's to hold; it also includes Lionel Messi, who came just short of taking the top spot.
The International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS) just provided a list of players with the most appearances in the 21st century.
Ronaldo claimed the top spot with a remarkable 1204 official appearances, demonstrating his passion all over his career, playing for clubs including Sporting CP, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus, Al-Nassr, and the Portugal National Team. At thirty-eight years old, Ronaldo's commitment is evident, maintaining an amazing average of 52 matches per year for an incredible 22 years in a row.