As Messi and Ronaldo near international retirement, their goals, trophies, World Cup records and impact for country define two extraordinary legacies.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are likely to have taken in their “last dance” at the World Cup finals, former France international Mikael Silvestre has told GOAL. Two all-time greats featured at the 2026 event,

Cristiano Ronaldo's latest alleged Instagram like has reignited debate. Here's a timeline of the biggest social media moments linking the Portuguese star to Messi-related controversies.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have never been team-mates, but Mikael Silvestre has told GOAL that it would “make sense” for two GOATs to be kept apart in MLS if CR7 were to join his eternal rival in the United States.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are betting on AI, health tech, and startups. Mohamed Salah is taking a more traditional route beyond football.

The Portuguese soccer player called on another reporter before the question about his rival was finished Pat Elmont - FIFA/FIFA via Getty; Karl Bridgeman - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Cristiano Ronaldo seemingly avoided a question about Lionel Messi in a post-game ...

NBA legend, Chris Paul, has picked Portugal captain, Cristiano Ronaldo as the better player over Argentina captain, Lionel Messi. Both Ronaldo and Messi

Mexico icon Guillermo Ochoa has officially announced his retirement from active competition.

Internet reacts as Cristiano Ronaldo likes social media post about accusations against Argentina and FIFA’s alleged corruption. Read More.