Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo returned to club action with goals after contrasting international breaks, with Messi scoring twice for Inter Miami and Ronaldo netting his 980th career goal for Al Nassr.

Lionel Messi scored his 22nd goal of the MLS season in Inter Miami’s 3-0 lead over DC United, his first match since saying goodbye to the Argentina national team.

Lionel Messi made his 118th appearance for Inter Miami against DC United, tying Drake Callender for second place on the club’s all-time list, behind only Noah Allen.

Vinícius Júnior apologized on Instagram to his teammates and Real Madrid fans after being sent off against Villarreal, a red card that could keep him out of El Clásico.

Take a look at the projected lineups for Inter Miami vs D.C. United in the 2026 MLS season and if Lionel Messi will play.

Vinícius Júnior had a goal ruled out and was sent off after a VAR review showed he pulled an opponent’s hair at the start of the move, in Real Madrid’s match against Villarreal.

Jordan Henderson became the oldest player in the Premier League to be directly involved in three goals in a match since Cristiano Ronaldo in 2022, as Chelsea beat Bournemouth 5-1.

Despite another impressive campaign with Barcelona and Spain, the teenager is facing growing competition from a rival whose extraordinary goalscoring numbers have changed the bookmakers’ predictions.

With owner Gerry Cardinale ready to accelerate negotiations, the coming months could prove decisive in determining whether the forward commits his long-term future to San Siro.

With disciplinary proceedings still underway, Proença has offered fresh hope of reconciliation, although Ronaldo’s return remains dependent on how the situation develops.

Take a look at the confirmed lineups for Real Madrid vs Villarreal in the 2026-27 LaLiga.

Take a look at the confirmed lineups for Manchester United vs Tottenham in the 2026-27 Premier League.

Raphinha’s absence comes at a crucial moment for the Catalan club, which faces a demanding run of domestic and European matches that could shape its season.

Ronaldo helped his club secure a convincing victory, while an emotional moment with supporters showed just how much the past few days may have weighed on the Portuguese superstar.

Consequently, his international future remains temporarily uncertain while authorities formally review the circumstances surrounding his unauthorized departure from the training camp.