On Saturday, the 38-year-old Messi scored his sixth brace in seven games for Inter Miami as they beat the New York Red Bulls 5–1, but it was the mark he set in the matchup that brought Ronaldo into the conversation.

Bryan Mbeumo, Manchester United's latest acquisition from Brentford, is hoping to follow in the footsteps of his childhood idol, Cristiano Ronaldo. The Cameroonian winger, who has made the switch for a hefty £71million, fondly recalls owning a Ronaldo No. 7 shirt as his first piece of football memorabilia.

Marcus Rashford has already weighed in on the debate about Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as he prepares to complete his move to Barcelona. The 27-year-old, who is a boyhood Manchester United fan, watched Ronaldo as a child before they were teammates during Ronaldo's ill-fated second stint at Old Trafford.

With a brilliant two-goal performance for Inter Miami against the NY Red Bulls, Lionel Messi surpassed Cristiano Ronaldo's record, keeping their legendary rivalry vibrant.

Cristiano Ronaldo seemingly agreed with AS and El Chiringuito journalist Tomas Roncero's rant about Lionel Messi in 2023.

At 38 years old, Messi continues to dominate. He now has 18 goals and 7 assists in just 18 MLS appearances this season. Against the Red Bulls, he not only scored twice but also assisted and was involved in a key buildup play,

Messi Surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo Record After Inter Miami Brace originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Lionel Messi scores another brace for Inter Miami in the MLS as the Herons defeated the New York Red Bulls 5-1.