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Back-to-back failures for Al-Nassr and Inter Miami: Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi face harsh reality after final defeats

Both Al-Nassr and Inter Miami fell in decisive finals, raising an uncomfortable question: Are Messi and Ronaldo beginning to show signs that their dominance alone might no longer be enough?
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Lamine Yamal names two Barcelona icons he’d give the Ballon d’Or to, if he doesn’t win it

Lamine Yamal is one of the frontrunners for the 2025 Ballon d’Or. However, he acknowledged that two FC Barcelona icons also deserve to win it.
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Pep Guardiola under pressure? 2024 Ballon d’Or winner Rodri’s four-word Lionel Messi claim sparks Manchester City debate

After City’s 2-1 loss to Brighton, the Spain international offered a sobering reality check — one that included a striking four-word reference to Lionel Messi.
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World Cup winner with Argentina urges Lionel Messi to reconsider retirement plans

Lionel Messi has hinted at a potential retirement from the Argentina national team—but a fellow World Cup winner has a message for him.
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Zlatan Ibrahimovic claims his greatness stands apart from Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo

Zlatan Ibrahimović scored 511 goals and 202 assists in 866 matches, yet insists his career deserves to be ranked above Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo despite never winning a Champions League or Ballon d’Or.
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What Lionel Messi needs to break the only CONMEBOL Qualifying record that still eludes him

Lionel Messi is set to play his final CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers, facing Venezuela in Buenos Aires and Ecuador in Quito this September.
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/ 107 days ago

Lionel Messi loses key Inter Miami teammate after Leagues Cup final loss

Inter Miami remains sixth in the Eastern Conference with nine MLS matches left before the playoffs, where Messi will aim to bounce back from the devastating final.
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/ 107 days ago

Lionel Messi sends key message to Inter Miami after Leagues Cup final defeat vs. Seattle Sounders

After the 3-0 defeat in the Leagues Cup final against Seattle Sounders, Lionel Messi broke the silence and delivered a key message to inter Miami.
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Lionel Messi’s coach Scaloni surprises soccer world with praise for Cristiano Ronaldo

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni praised both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, highlighting their longevity and ability to dominate even in their late 30s.
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Seattle Sounders coach aims strong words at Lionel Messi after Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup final defeat

Brian Schmetzer has become a true Seattle icon, leading the Sounders to another historic triumph with the 2025 Leagues Cup title.
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/ 108 days ago

Lionel Messi suffers 13th career final defeat: How does that compare to Cristiano Ronaldo?

The loss in the Leagues Cup final marks Lionel Messi’s 13th career defeat in a final. How does that stack up against Cristiano Ronaldo?
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Seattle Sounders thrash Inter Miami 3-0 in Leagues Cup final: Is this Lionel Messi’s toughest loss in a final?

After Inter Miami suffered a trashing 3-0 defeat in the Leagues Cup final against Seattle Soudners, questions rose whether this was the worst loss Lionel Messi suffered in a final.
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Inter Miami lose Leagues Cup final: What titles can Lionel Messi still win in 2025?

Inter Miami lost to Seattle Sounders in the Leagues Cup final, meaning one less opportunity for Lionel Messi to win a title in 2025.
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Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami vs. Seattle Sounders final breaks all-time record in Leagues Cup

With the Leagues Cup final held at Lumen Field, Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami vs. Seattle Sounders set a new attendance record in the history of the competition.
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How many goals does Lionel Messi need vs Seattle Sounders to be the Leagues Cup top scorer?

Inter Miami face Seattle Sounders in the Leagues Cup final, and Lionel Messi will be the main attraction.