Behind all the trophies, headlines, and social media debates, one question has always lingered: What was Ronaldo's relationship with Messi really like? In the pantheon of soccer greatness, few stories shine brighter than the enduring rivalry between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.

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A showdown between two global football icons, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, may not happen at this year's FIFA Club World Cup, but one African forward plans to bring both names into the spotlight.

Cristiano Ronaldo had the coldest response to Germany fans chanting ‘Messi’ at him before knocking them out of the Nations League

Alejandro Garnacho appeared to shove a fan during Manchester United's tour of Malaysia last weekThe Manchester United outcast was asked a question about Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo before shoving the fan awayThe Argentine is understood to be on his way out after falling out with head coach Ruben Amorim after the Europa League finalA video has emerged of Alejandro Garnacho appearing to push a fan during Manchester United's recent post-season tour of Asia.

The Saudi Pro League are trying to sign Lionel Messi againLionel Messi is back to his very best with Inter Miami, helping them to two convincing wins in MLS. The soccer legend has scored twice in a 4-2 victory over CF Montréal and bagged another brace during a 5-1 win over the Columbus Crew.

With Cristiano Ronaldo teasing a potential change of homes in the coming weeks, the MLS has been heavily touted as a potential landing spot for the 40-year-old Portugal icon. Among those floated as a potential home for Ronaldo,

Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal recently signed a record-breaking contract extension until 2031, potentially becoming the club's highest-paid player by age 18.