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‘Shared legacy’ - No way Messi lets CR7 reach 1,000 goals alone

The “shared legacy” that exists between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi means that both men will want to reach 1,000 competitive career goals, former MLS star Shaka Hislop has told GOAL. CR7 is closest to hitting that milestone at present, while turning out for Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League, but a fellow GOAT on the books of Inter Miami is not far behind.

'I would vote for him 100 times!' - Zidane backs Messi for Ballon d'Or

Real Madrid icon Zinedine Zidane has offered an emphatic endorsement of Lionel Messi in the race for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, insisting the veteran forward remains unmatched. Highlighting the Argentine's extraordinary longevity and decisive influence on the world stage, the French legend claimed that any debate regarding football's greatest ever is now settled.

Messi set for sensational takeover of Spanish club CD Eldense

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi has reached an agreement in principle to purchase Spanish second-tier outfit CD Eldense in a landmark takeover bid. The Argentine icon is set to acquire 100 per cent of the club's shares, cementing his growing business footprint across Spanish football ahead of his anticipated eventual return to live in Catalonia.

Pochettino backs Balogun, warns USMNT youth: Five takeaways

From a warning about arrogance to support for Folarin Balogun and an update on Noahkai Banks, Mauricio Pochettino set the tone for the USMNT's next chapter.

Made it big in Hollywood! Son is ‘money very well spent’ for MLS

Son Heung-min represents “money very well spent” for MLS and LAFC, Shaka Hislop has told GOAL, with the former Tottenham star helping to open up new markets for North American soccer. The South Korea international moved to the United States in August 2025 and has made a positive go of making it big in Hollywood while operating under the brightest of spotlights.