Cristiano Ronaldo was given a hero's welcome on Tuesday as he played a pivotal role for Saudi side Al Nassr in Hong Kong - where great rival Lionel Messi became public enemy number one last year for failing to play.

Lionel Messi is battling to be fit for Inter Miami's Leagues Cup quarter-final clash against Mexican side Tigres UANL on Wednesday, head coach Javier Mascherano revealed.

The debate about who is the best player will always be on the table, but the statistics show the truth. These are the updated data of Leo Messi's goals vs Cristiano Ronaldo's goals throughout their careers at both club and international level.

Fully recovered from injury, Lionel Messi made a significant impact on his return for Inter Miami, scoring his side's second goal and assisting Luis Suarez for the third, sealing a 3-1 victory against LA Galaxy.

Leo Messi stepped back into the spotlight following his injury. The Argentine's superb goal against Los Angeles Galaxy proved crucial in his team's victory.

Lionel Messi is ready to return for Inter Miami when they host the Los Angeles Galaxy in a Major League Soccer clash that will launch a key stretch for the Florida club, coach Javier Mascherano said Friday.