A few days ago, an enigmatic video began circulating online. In it, Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo appeared together at what seemed to be a private event. But they weren't on a football field ...

The Athletic FC ⚽ is The Athletic’s daily football (or soccer, if you prefer) newsletter. Sign up to receive it directly to your inbox. Hello. A manufactured online rivalry between the sons of ...

Ronaldo vs. Messi. For over a decade, fans and pundits have sparred over who deserves the “GOAT” crown. Ronaldo’s supporters tout his record-shattering goalscoring feats, including the most ...

bringing Lionel Messi into the conversation. "The Saudi League is better. If you don’t believe me, try running in 38 to 40-degree heat and see for yourself," Ronaldo declared during the Globe ...

Angel di Maria is one of the few players to have been teammates with both of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Modern football has long been dominated by the rivalry between Lionel Messi and ...