As the 2026 World Cup approaches, supporters of both stars have turned their attention toward a different battle: whether the Saudi Pro League or Major League Soccer will have the stronger presence on soccer’s biggest stage.

A massive monument built to honor Lionel Messi in Kolkata, India, is officially set to be dismantled just months after its unveiling due to severe structural safety concerns.

The Netherlands confirmed their 26-player roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Among those included is Wout Weghorst, who had a memorable clash with Lionel Messi during the 2022 tournament.

After a dramatic Saudi Pro League title-winning season, Al-Nassr has now achieved another milestone away from the pitch, while Inter Miami remains one of the biggest soccer brands on the planet thanks to Messi’s influence.

With only 15 days remaining for the beginning of the 2026 World Cup, Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni claimed that the first reports on Lionel Messi's injury are "not that bad."

With 15 days before the 2026 World Cup kickoff, Lionel Messi headlines a list of 10 Argentina players reaching the competition with fitness concerns for the coaching staff.

Lionel Messi is within striking distance of capturing the all-time World Cup scoring record in North America, leaving many to wonder exactly how far back Cristiano Ronaldo sits from the top of the mountain.

Inter Miami defender Sergio Reguilon revealed that Lionel Messi is nowhere near a retirement mindset despite turning 39 this summer.

With his recent discomfort, reports have positioned Lionel Messi highly in doubt for Argentina's first pre-World Cup friendly against Honduras.

Following his two-assist performance in Inter Miami’s victory, Lionel Messi worried fans after asking to be substituted in the 73rd minute due to physical discomfort. Nevertheless, the 38-year-old star reportedly does not place his participation in the 2026 World Cup with Argentina at risk.

After exiting the game against Philadelphia Union due to a discomfort, Inter Miami boss Guillermo Hoyos issued an optimistic injury update on Lionel Messi ahead of Argentina's preparations for the 2026 World Cup.

18 days before 2026 World Cup with Argentina, Lionel Messi exited the Inter Miami vs Philadelphia Union game with an injury.

His latest hat-trick has helped Harry Kane reach Cristiano Ronaldo's record of most goals scored in a single season, but fell short from the one set by Lionel Messi.

Inter Miami are hosting the Philadelphia Union for the 2026 MLS in what will be Lionel Messi's last official game prior to the beginning of the 2026 World Cup.

Despite Real Madrid’s inconsistent season, Kylian Mbappé has managed to remain one of the team’s best players. With 25 goals, the French striker wins LaLiga’s Golden Boot for the second consecutive season, joining an exclusive list alongside Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.