Key TakeawaysThe monthlong, 32-team FIFA Club World Cup kicks off Saturday with global superstar Lionel Messi's Inter Miami CF taking on Egyptian club Al Ahly FC at Hard Rock Stadium near Miami.Despite some of the biggest clubs in world soccer taking part in the competition,

Lionel Messi has reigned at the top of world soccer for over two decades. With countless trophies, unmatched consistency, and a style of play that changed the game, he’s widely regarded as the greatest of all time.

Will Lionel Messi and Argentina repeat? Or will a new nation take the throne as the world's best? Here are 10 teams to watch at the 2026 World Cup.

But none of these challenges can overshadow the main attraction: Messi and Ronaldo’s final battle, rising stars ready for their moment, and the World Cup 2026 promising to be the biggest, most dramatic tournament in soccer history.

Lionel Messi returns to his country as Argentina clashes with rival Colombia in CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying today. Find out how to watch this match for free.

As Argentina prepares for their World Cup qualifier against Colombia, a thought-provoking remark from coach Lionel Scaloni has sparked widespread debate.

World Cup in North America will be the first to feature 48 teams, but an expanded tournament does not necessarily mean a wider field of genuine contenders to succeed Lionel Messi’s Argentina as champions.