CRISTIANO RONALDO literally towered over Lionel Messi as he celebrated an historic goal by creating an image to spark wild reaction from fans.<br /><br />Right in front of a giant mural of GOAT rival Messi, Ronaldo performed his leaping 'Siu' hallmark after becoming the first player to score in five World Cups.<br /><br />Legend Ron's penalty opener teed up Portugal's 3-2 triumph over Ghana.<br /><br />And Sun columnist Piers Morgan led the delighted response online after the free-scoring free agent was captured with perfect symmetry, looming over Messi at the 974 stadium in Doha.<br /><br />It was Ronaldo's explosive Talk TV interview with Morgan that led to Manchester United ripping up the 37-year-old's contract on Tuesday.<br /><br />And when the celebrity presenter saw the picture, he posted: "Even Messi knows" - next to a picture of a goat.<br /><br />The snap could become an iconic symbol of the rivalry between the two undisputed greats of modern football, especially as it's likely to be their last World Cup.<br /><br />One supporter wrote: "The timing of this Ronaldo celebration!" - with a laughing emoji.<br /><br />If Ron managed to set up the position of the image deliberately then he could be an even greater genius than super-fans like Morgan believe.<br /><br />But even if it was an amazing "coincidence" - with Ronaldo's arm at one stage wrapped over Messi's head - fans on social media went into a frenzy.<br /><br />One asked what the Argentina idol will think when he sees the picture and "realizes Cristiano Ronaldo is the only Goat".<br /><br />But of course Messi fans too piled in.<br /><br />This view spoke for many: "Messi remains the greatest player of his generation. Asides from his exceptional talent, he's a superior playmaker & a team-player.<br /><br />"The world will likely get to see another footballer like Ronaldo, but Messi's a once in a generation type of player. "
