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Soccer fans around the world were treated to a nostalgic double feature on Saturday, October 18, as Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi both produced breathtaking goals within hours of each other.
We are enjoying every second of Messi and Ronaldo-ball pic.twitter.com/aewr23ScUc
— OneFootball (@OneFootball) October 19, 2025
In the Saudi Pro League, Cristiano Ronaldo delivered a vintage moment for Al-Nassr in their thrilling 5-1 home win against Al-Fateh.
The 40-year-old striker, who had earlier missed a penalty that could’ve put his side ahead, made amends in spectacular fashion just minutes later.
Cristiano Ronaldo goal vs. Al-Fateh
Picking up the ball near the corner of the 18-yard box, Ronaldo used a trademark dribble into his preferred foot to create a sliver of space before unleashing an unstoppable rocket into the top corner — a goal that put Al-Nassr 2-1 up and sent the home crowd into a frenzy. Including popular streamer iShowSpeed.
Cristiano Ronaldo nets his 949th career goal @SPL pic.twitter.com/deektviejV
— OneFootball (@OneFootball) October 18, 2025
Speed’s reaction said it all, stunned by the missed penalty, then losing it when Ronaldo fired in that rocket. pic.twitter.com/4jhCXCaCwg
— Al Nassr Zone (@TheNassrZone) October 18, 2025
Meanwhile, across the Atlantic in Major League Soccer, Lionel Messi was busy putting the finishing touches on his 2025 MLS Golden Boot campaign with Inter Miami.
The crown is his.
Lionel Messi is the 2025 Golden Boot pres. by Audi winner! pic.twitter.com/ugou6SFwfG— Major League Soccer (@MLS) October 19, 2025
The Argentine produced yet another masterclass, scoring a hat trick in Miami’s 5-2 away win over Nashville SC — but it was his first goal that truly stood out.
Lionel Messi solo goal vs. Nashville SC
Messi brought down a high ball with a perfect chest control at midfield, slalomed past two defenders, and curled a pinpoint low shot into the bottom corner to open the scoring.
MESSIIIIIII
This man just doesn't stop scoring! His 27th goal of the season. pic.twitter.com/ceJ0rlcdTt— Major League Soccer (@MLS) October 18, 2025
He later added a composed penalty and another sublime finish from the edge of the box to complete his treble.
For you, who had the better goal: Messi or Ronaldo?
