The Inter Miami captain produced another remarkable performance against Atlanta United, adding to a growing list of achievements that underline just how extraordinary his time in the league has been.

Lionel Messi has been nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, his 17th career nomination, while Cristiano Ronaldo, who holds the record with 18, misses out on a nomination for the second consecutive year.

The first friendlies of the post-Lionel Messi era in Argentina are set to be announced next Wednesday, with reports revealing the potential rivals.

Lautaro Martinez revealed that Lionel Messi's retirement from Argentina national team "hits hard" despite knowing before the announcement.

With his assist against Valencia, Anthony Gordon has joined Lionel Messi and two Real Madrid icons in an assist record in La Liga.

Inter Miami's Rodrigo De Paul shared his feelings on Lionel Messi's retirement from Argentina national team.

With his latest goal for Barcelona against Valencia, Raphinha surpassed Cristiano Ronaldo and matched Lionel Messi in an iconic 21st-century La Liga benchmark.

Now serving as Atlanta United manager, Gerardo Martino reflected on his time coaching Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez during his stint with Inter Miami.

The two global superstars remain among the biggest names in their respective leagues, but both clubs have experienced setbacks that have raised questions about their title ambitions.

Erling Haaland reached 300 club goals in his Manchester City career, but the milestone still leaves him behind Lionel Messi, who reached the same tally in fewer games during his time at Barcelona.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have been reportedly invited to Carlos Tevez's farewell match at La Bombonera in December, an event that could give fans their first-ever look at the two sharing a pitch as teammates.

Lionel Messi is set to start as Inter Miami host Atlanta United, with interim coach Guillermo Hoyos still in charge while Kily Gonzalez awaits his work permit.

Inter Miami will be without Sergio Reguilon, Gonzalo Lujan and Micael for their clash against Atlanta United, though Lionel Messi is expected to remain available.

Kily Gonzalez was unveiled as Inter Miami's new head coach, inheriting a job where none of his six predecessors has ever reached 100 matches in charge.

The LAFC forward, who is now competing against Messi in MLS, offered a remarkably honest assessment that revealed why his personal choice and his soccer judgment do not completely align.