Sporting Giants

Steve Crossman and Guillem Balague explore how Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo's footballing rivalry has redefined the sport on and off the pitch over the last 20 years.

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Messi v Ronaldo
1. Nature v Nuture
Explore the early lives and careers of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
29 May 2026,33 mins
Messi v Ronaldo
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A new four-part series exploring the careers of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
15 Jun 2026,1 min
Messi v Ronaldo
2. The Clasico Era
Charting a key period in the careers of Messi and Ronaldo for Barcelona and Real Madrid.
05 Jun 2026,32 mins
Messi v Ronaldo
3. The Weight of the World
Exploring the highs and lows Messi and Ronaldo have experienced in international football.
07 Jun 2026,35 mins
Messi v Ronaldo
4. Never Be Settled
Discover how Messi and Ronaldo continue to break records and captivate the world.
07 Jun 2026,30 mins