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[Appie Culé @appiecule]

Before the World Cup even started, we were coming up with every possible scenario for Messi to score 5 goals and become the tournament’s all-time top scorer. That was all we hoped for—we didn’t even care whether Argentina won the trophy or not.

But what have you done?

You went and took the Golden Boot from players 20 years younger than you. You became the World Cup’s all-time leading assist provider, one of the tournament’s top contributors, completed more dribbles than anyone, broke record after record, and now you’re heading to your 2nd consecutive World Cup final and the 3rd of your career.

Do you even realize you’re 40 years old? Or do the years simply not apply to you?

Honestly, I’ve run out of words to describe you.

All I can do now is sit back, watch, and enjoy.

May your footballing journey last as long as possible, legend. ❤️

[Skivo🇦🇷 @SkivoMessi]

Heavenly Father 🙏

We lift up Lionel Messi and the entire Argentina squad as they step onto the pitch for this crucial Quarterfinal. 

We pray for physical strength, absolute focus, and unwavering protection over Messi. Let his feet be swift, his vision unmatched, and his leadership inspire the entire team. Grant him the grace to find the back of the net and guide his brothers with clarity and precision.

Calm every nerve, bind the team together in perfect unity, and let their strategy overcome every defensive wall. May victory be theirs at the final whistle, bringing joy to millions who believe in their journey.

Amen. Vamos Argentina! 🩵🤍 Tataye!

[Appie Culé @appiecule]

After the Portugal vs. Spain game, Bernardo Silva got into an argument with Rodri despite the close friendship they’ve shared for years.

On the other hand, our man João Cancelo’s first move after the referee blew the whistle for halftime was to walk over to Lamine Yamal, joke around with him, and share a laugh. At full-time, he congratulated Gavi on the win and qualification, even though this was likely the last World Cup of his own career.

People used to label him as a troublemaker who ruined the dressing room wherever he went. But the moment he arrived at Barcelona, he became a calm, respectful professional—because he joined the best sporting environment in the world.

[Appie Culé @appiecule]

I’m going to take my time with this one. If you’re busy, save this post and read it later. If you’re a night owl like me, this is a good late-night read.

Do you know the worst thing about Cristiano Ronaldo?

It’s that he set the standards for what defines a legend… and in the end, he couldn’t even live up to the standards he created himself.

After winning Euro 2016, Ronaldo said:

“You can’t become a legend until you win a trophy with your national team.”

It was an obvious dig at Messi.

Argentina had just lost the 2014 World Cup final to Germany, and Messi was going through the toughest period of his international career. Those words only added fuel to the fire.

Where was the respect for a rival, Ronaldo?

The surprising part was that social media completely embraced that narrative. Messi was labeled a bottler, while Ronaldo was declared the winner of the rivalry—at least in the media, not on the pitch.

Then Messi retired from international football, came back, won the Copa América, and suddenly they were level in major international trophies.

What happened next?

Ronaldo fans started saying that one Euro is worth more than a hundred Copa Américas, claiming there was no competition in South America. Not true—but that became the excuse.

Then Messi went on to win the World Cup.

This time, the excuses changed again.

They claimed FIFA had fixed the tournament for Messi. That the World Cup was scripted in his favor. They simply didn’t know what else to say.

Then Ronaldo himself came out with one of the strangest quotes imaginable:

“A legend’s career can’t be defined by just seven games.”

At first glance, it sounds reasonable.

But beneath it was another attempt to diminish what Messi had achieved.

Before the World Cup, they insisted it would be Ronaldo’s tournament. On paper, Portugal had a fantastic squad. If the manager couldn’t get the best out of them, that’s Portugal’s problem—not Ronaldo’s.

Yet that same Portugal squad wasn’t any weaker than the Argentina team Messi led to the 2014 World Cup final—the same team people mocked Messi for not carrying to the title.

Just a couple of days ago, Ronaldo said:

“The World Cup doesn’t define my career, whether I win it or not.”

A statement that directly contradicts what he had said years earlier, when he admitted that winning the World Cup would make him feel completely fulfilled.

Now you’re 41 years old, Cristiano.

By your own standards:

* You have 5 Ballon d’Ors, not 8.
* You have one European Championship, not two Copa América titles.
* You never won the World Cup.
* You have four European Golden Shoes, while Messi has six—even though you’re an out-and-out striker.

So what now?

Will you keep playing until the next World Cup and become the first player to appear in one at 45, hoping to finally win it?

If we judged you by the standards you created, you wouldn’t qualify as a legend.

Of course, nobody actually judges you that way. Everyone still recognizes you as one of football’s greatest legends.

The real mistake was comparing Ronaldo to Messi in the first place.

That rivalry was exaggerated from the beginning by the media and figures like José Mourinho.

Messi conquered every major trophy available to him, shattered records that once seemed untouchable, and at 39 years old he’s still competing with Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland—the stars of the next generation—for the Golden Boot. And honestly, he could still win it.

What made Messi beloved by so many fans is that he never tried to diminish Ronaldo’s achievements.

Ronaldo, on the other hand, repeatedly made comments that many interpreted as attempts to downplay his greatest rival’s accomplishments—and that’s never an admirable trait.

Cristiano helped create a generation that thinks belittling other people’s achievements while constantly glorifying your own is a way to establish dominance.

Good bye. Ronaldo.

[Missu Files @Shikandar92]

Cameraman accidentally found the REAL star of the match... 😍
Her face stole the spotlight. ❤️
One of the most viral FIFA World Cup 2026 moments.

[FullTime90 @FullTime90X]

🚨𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚: Thierry Henry:

“Today’s match showed us the difference between Lamine Yamal and Michael Olise. Against Paraguay, Olise struggled to string even two passes together. You see these kinds of low blocks often in La Liga, and Lamine breaks through them with ease.

There is no comparison. Olise is a good player who can dribble into spaces, while Lamine Yamal is the best player in the world because he creates spaces.” 🤯✨

[WahLey @wah_ley]

@mrbayoa1 @AsisatOshoala As in😉

[WahLey @wah_ley]

@sportingking365 Ajeh... No be small tantrum poo. Next time, choose your GOAT wisely

[WahLey @wah_ley]

@Zamosings You can say that always 😜 👌 💯

[Zlatan @sports_Zlatan]

Yesterday Fermin struggled because he was being bullied.
Bernal barely showed for the ball.
Lewandowski rarely dropped to help build up.
Raphinha had a poor game but somehow escaped criticism because of “passion”.

Pedri was left alone trying to make things happen.

What we missed was a midfielder who drops deep, takes the ball from Garcia, carries it forward with body feints, and creates space for Pedri to operate.

That piece has a name: Frenkie de Jong.

Respect him or not — if he leaves today he’s already admired by coaches and top clubs across Europe.
If you don’t value him, the world will. 🔵🔴

[Barça Spaces @BarcaSpaces]

💭 My F***ing manager!!! Preach Hansi!

[Cleverly 💐 @Cleverlydey4u]

Sodiq Lawal’s interview in his new home… did I just hear kini kan kini kan? 😂😂 Congratulations 👏❤️

[WahLey @wah_ley]

https://t.co/9gDKCYUlgz

[Oyindamola🙄 @dammiedammie35]

See m@d cruise for stadium yesterday!! Who be this man abeg?? He sabi all the Nigerian musics 😭😂🇳🇬

[WahLey @wah_ley]

@Adikastakes Happy Birthday Champ... The sky is your starting your starting point...🎉❤️

[Mayor Of Ekiti @Ekitipikin]

GOAT.

[WahLey @wah_ley]

@LEEREEKss That old man's ass has be whopped four times back to back this season 🤣

[WahLey @wah_ley]

@sportingking365 Definitely ✌️

[WahLey @wah_ley]

@mrbayoa1 8103449735 Opay

[WahLey @wah_ley]

@Mrbankstips At alert