Former United States international Taylor Twellman has praised two exceptional teenage prospects currently making waves in Major League Soccer. However, the prominent analyst refused to burden these rising American stars with premature comparisons to legendary footballing figures like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, while also outlining the established core needed for a successful 2026 World Cup campaign on home soil.
Thiago Alcantara has raised eyebrows by omitting Lionel Messi and Mohamed Salah when naming the three best players he ever shared a pitch with. Despite playing alongside some of the greatest icons in modern football history, the former midfield maestro opted for a trio of stars that prioritised tactical intelligence and selflessness above raw goalscoring numbers.
Lionel Messi played the role of the ultimate genie for interim manager Guillermo Hoyos, delivering a magical late goal to grant Inter Miami a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Colorado Rapids. Hailing the Argentine's match-winning brilliance, Hoyos quipped that he simply "rubbed the lamp" to secure a crucial three points in the club's first game of the post-Javier Mascherano era.
Lionel Messi proved once again why he remains the most clinical player in world football, producing a moment of pure inspiration to secure all three points for Inter Miami. The Argentine maestro produced a moment of individual brilliance to settle a five-goal thriller, guiding his side to a dramatic victory in a high-stakes encounter against the Colorado Rapids.
The Rapids drew the second-most fans for a match in MLS history, but Lionel Messi reminded all in attendance why he is considered the greatest player to play the sport.
Alan Shearer believes Harry Kane’s scoring form at Bayern Munich places him alongside Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in terms of consistency. The former England striker says the Bayern forward could reach 60 goals this season if his current run continues.
Victoria Beckham has opened up about the reported tensions within her family, insisting that she and husband David have always prioritised their roles as parents. The fashion designer’s comments come following a period of intense public scrutiny regarding the couple's relationship with their eldest son, Brooklyn.
Lionel Messi has officially completed the purchase of Spanish club UE Cornellà. The Inter Miami superstar, who spent two decades in La Liga with Barcelona, has acquired full ownership of the Tercera RFEF side to further solidify his legacy in the region of Catalonia.
Kylian Mbappe has firmly etched his name into the history books of European football once again following a record-breaking night for Real Madrid. The forward took centre stage during the Champions League quarter-final clash against Bayern Munich to surpass a mark previously held by Lionel Messi.
Javier Mascherano's shock departure showed how chaotic Inter Miami truly are, but their hunt for a new head coach will be fascinating. GOAL's writers weigh in.
Javier Mascherano has stepped down as head coach of Inter Miami, the club confirmed Tuesday afternoon. In a statement, Mascherano said he stepped away for "personal reasons." The Argentine, a close friend of star Lionel Messi, won MLS Cup with the Herons in 2025, a first in franchise history, and had been in charge since the end of 2024.
Former New York Red Bulls striker Bradley Wright-Phillips has warned Cristiano Ronaldo against moving to Major League Soccer. Wright-Phillips believes the Al-Nassr forward may struggle to replicate the "magic" still shown by Lionel Messi at Inter Miami and could risk damaging his legacy.
German Berterame finally got among the goals and Inter Miami created chances aplenty, but defensive lapses cost them in an enthralling 2-2 draw with New York Red Bulls. Lionel Messi, too, was uncharacteristically quiet, yet the visitors offered plenty of attacking quality and were good value for the result.
Cristiano Ronaldo has been urged to "pack it in" and retire from professional football following the 2026 World Cup rather than attempting a final career move to the United States. Former Arsenal and Sweden midfielder Anders Limpar believes the Al-Nassr superstar should focus on protecting his unmatched legacy rather than testing himself in a league that might provide a harsh reality check.
The age-old debate between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo has seen another heavyweight chime in with a definitive verdict. Despite spending nearly a decade as a teammate and close friend of the Portuguese superstar at Real Madrid, former Brazilian international Marcelo has revealed who truly caused him the most problems on the pitch.
Julian Alvarez has revealed that he channelled his inner Lionel Messi to produce a moment of magic during Atletico Madrid’s Champions League triumph over Barcelona. The Argentine forward curled a sublime free-kick into the top corner at the Spotify Camp Nou, evoking memories of his legendary international team-mate.
Liverpool icon Vladimir Smicer has urged Mohamed Salah to snub the riches of Saudi Arabia in favour of a move to MLS, suggesting the Egyptian could reach the same heights of global superstardom as Lionel Messi in the United States. The former Reds midfielder also believes he has identified the tactical reason behind Salah's uncharacteristic dip in form under Arne Slot this season.
Harry Maguire reportedly rejected a lucrative opportunity to join Lionel Messi at MLS Cup winners Inter Miami in favour of signing a one-year contract extension with Manchester United. The 33-year-old defender was due to become a free agent this summer but has now committed to a new deal at Old Trafford, which includes an option for another 12 months.
Lionel Messi found himself trending for an unusual reason following Inter Miami's 2-2 draw with Austin. The legendary forward produced a rare misplaced pass that left fans convinced he was still looking for his retired former team-mate Jordi Alba.
From Lionel Messi's Inter Miami having their homecoming spoiled to Julian Hall leading the way for the Red Bulls, MLS delivered another compelling weekend of football
Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen has joined the long list of sporting icons left in awe of Lionel Messi’s genius on the pitch. The Red Bull driver believes the Argentina and Inter Miami maestro possesses a unique ability to read the game that renders tactical preparation almost useless.
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