For years, Barcelona’s greatest attacking records have been reserved for the likes of Lionel Messi, Neymar, and Ronaldo Nazario. However, Raphinha’s stunning Champions League performance against Benfica has propelled him into that elite company, etching his name into Brazilian soccer history.

Inter Miami faces a crucial Concacaf Champions League match against Cavalier FC, aiming to secure a positive result to maintain their advantage from the first leg. The match is a significant test, and their overall performance will depend on the availability of their key players, their overall fitness, and tactical decisions.

Inter Miami’s decision to rest Lionel Messi while Luis Suarez continues to play has raised eyebrows among fans. With both players being Barcelona legends and nearing the latter stages of their careers, the club’s contrasting approach to their playing time has sparked plenty of debate.

With a standout performance against Benfica, Lamine Yamal achieved a historic Champions League milestone earlier than legends Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

One legendary figure in the sport, a World Cup winner and Milan’s last Ballon d’Or recipient, recently shared his perspective on the Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo debate. His take has reignited the endless GOAT debate, adding yet another dimension to the conversation.

Paul Pogba's doping ban stemmed from a positive test for a non-endogenous testosterone metabolite. The initial four-year ban was reduced to 18 months by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), considering the ingestion to be unintentional.

With a challenging 2025 season ahead, Inter Miami has announced the signing of yet another Argentine teammate for Lionel Messi, who got previously coached by Javier Mascherano.

After declaring himself the best player in history, Cristiano Ronaldo faced criticism from an Italian legend, who ranked Lionel Messi and other players ahead of him.

Inter Miami could seize the opportunity to strengthen Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez's squad with a World Cup winner ahead of the Club World Cup.

To provide context for the AI's selection of Mbappé, statistics for Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in 2025 were included. Messi's impressive numbers at Inter Miami and Ronaldo’s goalscoring at Al Nassr are noteworthy, but the AI's preference for Mbappé suggests a focus on different aspects of player performance, such as game-defining moments.

Inter Miami manager Javier Mascherano clarified that Lionel Messi's recent absence from MLS matches was a planned rest, not due to injury. He emphasized the need to manage Messi's workload carefully, considering the team's busy schedule and his upcoming international commitments with Argentina.

After Inter Miami's 1-0 victory over Charlotte, coach Javier Mascherano revealed his failed plan to give Lionel Messi playing time.

With the CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers against Brazil and Uruguay approaching, Lionel Messi and the Argentina national team have regained a key player.

Lionel Messi's potential return from a muscle overload is the main talking point ahead of Inter Miami's match against Charlotte FC. Manager Javier Mascherano expressed cautious optimism about Messi's availability, emphasizing the need to prioritize the player's well-being and avoid unnecessary risks.

Years after the award, Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez broke the silence and addressed Lionel Messi's 2010 Ballon d'Or triumph over him and Andres Iniesta.