But in 2025, one Argentine midfielder carved his name into history, becoming the only active player to win both the FIFA World Cup and the FIFA Club World Cup. In the high-stakes world of modern soccer,

Legends are made from silverware. Cole Palmer just guided Chelsea to a FIFA Club World Cup title at 23 years old. That puts him in an elite club alongside Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. The first edition of the FIFA Club World Cup under the new format was an absolute success!

Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber believes the FIFA Club World Cup this summer has been an “absolute terrific success.”

With his presence in the national team in doubt, Brazil legend Ronaldo Nazario made a bold statement on Lionel Messi and Argentina national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Messi has yet to confirm whether he’ll suit up for Argentina in the 2026 World Cup,

DAZN selected the best XI of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup with Cole Palmer as the standout figure, but surprisingly, neither Lionel Messi nor Moises Caicedo were included. The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup came to a close on Sunday,

Ronaldo not only complimented Lionel Messi but he also commended Argentina's cohesive team dynamics under coach Lionel Scaloni, emphasising their unity and tactical discipline.

Without one of its biggest draws, FIFA has slashed ticket prices once again, leaving fans wondering if the expanded format is living up to the hype. The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup promised a new era for global club soccer—32 teams,

Lionel Messi is expected to travel and will be available to play for Inter Miami against CF Montreal during their July 5 match.

An expanded Club World Cup marked by empty seats, slashed ticket prices, searing heat, weather-delayed matches and a criticized field surface ended in a surprise victory by Chelsea, the fourth-best team in the Premier League.

Since returning from the Club World Cup, Inter Miami has won back-to-back games, largely thanks to Messi’s outstanding form and leadership on the pitch. Lionel Messi continues to showcase his brilliance.