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'A Tragedy': Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi Lead Tributes to Jesús de Miguel

Football has found itself united in grief after losing one of its own. And as tributes continue to pour in for Jesús de Miguel, two of the sport’s biggest names, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, have also shared their heartfelt condolences.

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Ronaldo's record is distant: Neuer overtakes Messi on a historic list

The veteran German goalkeeper makes history Manuel Neuer has written a new chapter in his European career. The Bayern Munich goalkeeper set a record during Tuesday evening's clash with Atletico Madrid, in the fourth round of the league phase of the UEFA Champions League.

Soccer News / Goal.com / November 3

Lionel Messi tops MLS jersey sales for fourth straight year as Robert Lewandowski surges and Cavan Sullivan cracks top 10

Messi's cultural impact on MLS and global football at large was once again clear in his jersey sales. Even if the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner saw his hold on the top spot in sales among all clubs worldwide snatched by Barcelona's Lamine Yamal, he remains the top dog in MLS for the fourth year in a row.

Bayern Munich News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Ballon d'Or winners since 1995' quiz

Can you name every player to take home the Ballon d'Or -- the award for the best soccer player in the world -- since 1995?

The 'Most FIFA World Cup goals' quiz

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Soccer News / Goal.com / November 3

The post-Messi era begins: new faces and absences in Argentina's first squad

Scaloni tests the new tango generation after Messi's retirement Argentina have entered a new era. Lionel Scaloni has named his first squad since the legendary Lionel Messi retired from international football, calling up his players for two November friendlies against Uruguay and Costa Rica.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / November 3

Fast-rising Como brings Italian glamor to the Champions League

The most exciting team in the Champions League is Como, a tiny club from the famous vacation destination of Lake Como that spent much of the 2020s trapped in Italy's lower divisions.

Why Arsenal will likely miss out on Como star in January

The 'Ballon d'Or winners since 1995' quiz

Aston Villa News / Goal.com / November 2

Arab presence: Messi and Ronaldo top FIFPro's choices for the world's best

A final step before announcing the ideal line-up The International Federation of Professional Footballers "FIFPRO" has announced a list of 26 players nominated to enter the World 11 for 2026.

Soccer News / Goal.com / November 2

Messi the key word: Kane says stopping me is almost impossible in this situation!

The prince will not stop improving Harry Kane has named the one skill he'd pinch from a footballing legend, convinced it would turn him into an unstoppable force.

Soccer News / Goal.com / November 2

Daouda Weidmann: how a Parisian street footballer who trained with Messi and Mbappé is taking the Netherlands by storm

Few people knew Daouda Weidmann (23) when he arrived in the Netherlands. Now the FC Twente midfielder is making a name for himself. For our "Hidden Gems" series, we trace the journey of another talent raised in Paris.

Inter Miami News / Goal.com / November 2

Ronaldo will not be able to reach it: Messi closes in on a miraculous record!

something extraordinary Lionel Messi keeps adding to the extraordinary numbers of his career. The Argentine led Inter Miami to a 2-1 win away at New England Revolution in Major League Soccer, scoring one and setting up another to move within touching distance of a fresh historic milestone in his goal contributions.

Inter Miami News / Field Level Media / November 1

Lionel Messi lifts Inter Miami past Revolution to move into second place in East

Lionel Messi scored his MLS-leading 26th goal in the 83rd minute to lift visiting Inter Miami to a 2-1 victory over the New England Revolution on Sunday night that has major playoff seeding implications.

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Inter Miami News / Athlon Sports / November 1

Why Is Lionel Messi Not Suspended for Inter Miami vs. New England Despite His Fifth Yellow Card? MLS Rule Explained

Inter Miami visits New England tonight in a top-of-the-table Eastern Conference matchup. The Herons are coming off a 2-2 draw against Cincinnati, and Lionel Messi & co.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / November 1

New England Revolution vs. Inter Miami Lineups & Confirmed Team News- Is Lionel Messi Playing Today?

Inter Miami will play their final away game of the regular season against the New England Revolution tonight at Gillette Stadium. Both teams will play in the MLS playoffs this month.

Inter Miami News / GiveMeSport / November 1

Lionel Messi Blocked From Suspension Due to ‘Little-Known’ MLS Rule

Lionel Messi is set to benefit from a ‘little-known’ MLS rule this weekend, which prevents his suspension after reaching the yellow-card threshold, meaning he can feature in Inter Miami’s crunch clash against New England Revolution.

Lionel Messi News / EssentiallySports / November 1

5 Yellow Cards Don’t Suspend Lionel Messi Thanks to This Unusual Rule

Five yellow cards usually mean one thing in MLS: a player misses the next game. Lionel Messi has reached that number this season, yet Inter Miami can still count on their biggest star against the New England Revolution.

Lionel Messi News / GiveMeSport / October 31

Pele Labelled 'Spectacular' 1-Time Ballon d'Or Winner a 'Better' Player Than Lionel Messi

To many, Lionel Messi is the greatest player of all time. Some of football's biggest names regard him as the best ever. Gary Lineker and Wayne Rooney are just two stars who believe he's the greatest footballer in history.

Inter Miami News / Goal.com / October 31

A fleeting joy and a sad ending! Messi joins a Brazilian club in a stunning surprise

What's the story? Hackers broke into the official website of Brazilian club Corinthians and published a fake statement announcing the signing of Argentine star Lionel Messi, the Inter Miami player, from 2027 in a stunt that stunned the club's supporters.

Werder Bremen News / Athlon Sports / October 28