Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo made appearances in the starting lineups of Argentina and Portugal, respectively, during the October international window. As fans stay tuned to the race for 1,000 goals between the two best players of the century, we take a look at where each star stands.

Though playing in games with very different stakes, both Messi and Ronaldo drew the spotlight during October’s international break in world soccer. Ronaldo and the Portuguese national team faced Hungary in the fourth match of Group F in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. Meanwhile, Messi and Argentina met with Puerto Rico for an international friendly at Inter Miami’s house, Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale.

Portugal needed a win to secure their ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but celebrations were put

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