As their paths converge one last time on the world stage, one record could see Ronaldo stand alone, leaving Messi behind despite both preparing for their final hurrah. The 2026 World Cup in North America promises to be one of the most emotional and defining tournaments in soccer history.

Cristiano Ronaldo is yet to lift a trophy with Al-Nassr since joining the Saudi Pro League club two years ago, while Lionel Messi has been prolific with Inter Miami over in the MLS

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola raised Elling Holan to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo's 'New World' Manchester City striker Holan led his team to a 3-1 victory against Bournemouth in the 10th round of the English Premier League (EPL) on the 3rd (Korea time) with multiple goals in the 17th and 33rd minutes of the first half.

Lionel Messi's viral comments on team success sparked a direct comparison with Cristiano Ronaldo. Find out the details here.

Nashville SC beat Inter Miami 2-1, forcing a third and decisive game in the first round of the MLS playoffs, which will be played on Saturday, November 8, at Chase Stadium in Miami

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo were both named as finalists for the 2025 FIFPRO Men’s World 11. The two greats, who both missed out on nominations for the 2025 Ballon d’Or award, stand among the biggest superstars in the game on the 26-player shortlist for this year’s World 11.

As it turns out, the long-awaited reunion between soccer’s two greatest icons never materialized — and now, the real reason has come to light.

The two GOATs, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, are joined by Balon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele and Barcelona star Lamine Yamal on the FIFPRO World 11 short list.

Messi’s three-year contract extension takes his stay with Inter Miami until the end of the 2028 season, which runs until the end of the calendar year. The Argentine himself will be 41 years old by the time his latest deal expires with the Herons, but Ronaldo will be even older.