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Cristiano Ronaldo’s international future addressed as Portugal makes position clear after FPF chief speaks out

Pedro Proenca's comments have offered an important indication of how the federation intends to handle the controversy surrounding its captain as the next international window approaches.
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Inter Miami coach confirms Lionel Messi’s trip to Spain but says he’ll be available vs Red Bull New York

Inter Miami coach Kily Gonzalez confirmed that Lionel Messi will travel to Spain for the Princess of Asturias Award but will be available against Red Bull New York.
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Lionel Messi’s Barcelona dream almost ended at 13 as one coach delivered brutal verdict despite Diego Maradona comparison

When Diego Maradona was already an inspiration to generations of Argentine players, Messi was trying to convince Barcelona that his extraordinary talent could overcome doubts about his physical development.
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Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo: The incredible assist stat that separates the Inter Miami star from Al-Nassr’s icon

One statistical comparison highlights a significant difference in their playing styles, with the Inter Miami captain continuing to demonstrate a remarkable level of creativity even in the later stages of his career.

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Lionel Messi keeps defying time as he reaches another extraordinary assist record in 2026

The Inter Miami captain added another remarkable achievement to his collection this week, combining his creative brilliance with an important victory as the defending MLS champion secured its place in the 2026 playoffs.
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Argentina begins post-Lionel Messi era as AFA confirms rivals for November window

Argentina’s post-Lionel Messi chapter is taking shape. With the captain’s international career over, the national team is already looking ahead to its next fixtures, and the AFA has now settled the schedule for the November FIFA window. The AFA announced that Argentina will play two friendlies: Uruguay on Nov. 13 in Buenos Aires and Costa […]
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Mohamed Salah achieves European record that neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo reached

Mohamed Salah has scored and assisted in 13 major European matches since 2017-18, a mark neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo reached.
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Lionel Messi reaches 1,180 career matches: How many has Cristiano Ronaldo played?

Lionel Messi reached another milestone in Inter Miami’s 2-0 win over NYCFC, when he made his 1,180th official appearance of his career. It is a figure few players in the history of the sport have reached, and one that shows the longevity of a career that has now spanned more than two decades. Messi’s total […]
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Lionel Messi closing in on Carlos Vela’s MLS goalscoring record as Inter Miami captain keeps making history

With Carlos Vela’s name looming over the record books, the Argentine superstar has an opportunity to add another remarkable achievement to his growing legacy in American soccer.
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Argentina reportedly already has first opponent for November window after Lionel Messi’s retirement

Costa Rica is reportedly set to be Argentina’s first opponent in the November window, the first since Lionel Messi’s retirement from the national team.
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Lionel Messi’s Princess of Asturias Award trip could put his Inter Miami return vs Red Bull New York in doubt

Lionel Messi’s trip to Spain for the Princess of Asturias Award could complicate his availability for Inter Miami’s match against Red Bull New York on Oct. 24.
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Cristiano Ronaldo told to ‘lie in the bed’ he made as ex-Portugal teammate Ricardo Quaresma weighs in on Jorge Jesus controversy

As disciplinary proceedings threaten to complicate the Al-Nassr forward’s international future, the former Portugal winger has questioned why a disagreement involving senior figures in the national team became a public spectacle.
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Cristiano Ronaldo accused of special treatment from FIFA as ex-England boss Gareth Southgate questions 2026 World Cup ban reprieve

The controversy concerns Ronaldo’s suspension ahead of the 2026 World Cup, raising questions about whether soccer’s biggest stars are held to the same standards as everyone else.
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Vitinha sends message to Cristiano Ronaldo amid Portugal turmoil: ‘I hope he returns’

Vitinha has joined the list of Portugal players weighing in on the Cristiano Ronaldo situation, calling for the captain to come back to the national team. The Paris Saint-Germain midfielder spoke after scoring in his club’s 4-2 win over Manchester City in the Champions League, and addressed the dispute that has overshadowed Portugal’s recent international […]
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Why isn’t Christian Pulisic starting for Milan against Salzburg in Matchday 2 of the 2026-27 UEFA Europa League?

Christian Pulisic is at the center of Milan’s team news ahead of its crucial UEFA Europa League Matchday 2 clash against Red Bull Salzburg, with Ruben Amorim opting to make several important changes to his starting lineup.