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- Barracas Central fired more attempts (7 vs 6 shots).
- Boca Juniors was more accurate in front of goal (17% on target vs 0%).
- Boca Juniors held more of the ball (58% possession).
Boca Juniors defeated Barracas Central 1-0 in Liga Profesional Argentina. The fixture is part of the 1st Phase - 12 stage in the 2025 season. Fernando Echenique, Argentina officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Boca Juniors vs Barracas Central meeting in Liga Profesional Argentina with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Boca Juniors and Barracas Central. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
Liga Profesional ArgentinaRecorded meetings: 0 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
Boca Juniors defeated Barracas Central 1-0 in Liga Profesional Argentina. The fixture is part of the 1st Phase - 12 stage in the 2025 season. Fernando Echenique, Argentina officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Boca Juniors vs Barracas Central meeting in Liga Profesional Argentina with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Boca Juniors and Barracas Central. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
Liga Profesional ArgentinaRecorded meetings: 0 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
Gimnasia La Plata and River Plate will face each other in the Matchday 2 of the 2026 Liga Profesional Argentina. Here’s how fans in the United States can watch the matchup live. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Gimnasia La Plata vs River Plate on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Gimnasia La Plata vs River Plate WHAT Liga Profesional Argentina WHEN 6:15pm ET / 3:15pm PT • Wednesday, July 29, 2026 WHERE Fubo, Fanatiz, FOX Deportes, ViX and FOX One STREAM WATCH NOW Match Overview River Plate and Gimnasia will both be looking to recover after disappointing starts to the tournament when they meet with three important points at stake. River enters the match following a surprising home loss to Barracas Central, the first defeat against that opponent in club history. On the other hand, Gimnasia suffered a hard-fought 2-1 setback against Racing in its opener. With both teams eager to get back on track and build early momentum, this showdown carries plenty of importance. Don’t miss this matchup between two rivals determined to respond after opening-round defeats. More details on how to watch With Fubo, you can watch Gimnasia La Plata vs River Plate and tons more games. With the legal streaming service, you can watch the game on your computer, smartphone, tablet, Roku, Apple TV or hook it up to your TV with Google Chromecast. Now with Fubo, you can stream USA Network, ESPN, ESPN2, CBS, CBS Sports Network, FS1, FS2, beIN SPORTS, beIN SPORTS en Español, beIN SPORTS Connect, beIN SPORTS XTRA, NBC, CNBC, USA, FOX, FOX Soccer Plus, FOX Deportes, Universo, Telemundo and Galavision. Plus Fubo, the legal streaming service, also streams Liga MX, World Cup, Women’s World Cup, MLS, UEFA Champions League (in Spanish), Europa League (in Spanish), Primeira Liga, Ligue Un, World Cup qualifiers, NWSL, select USMNT games, select USWNT games, select Mexico games, select England games and more. The Fubo app is available for Windows PC, Mac, Apple iPhones, Android phones, Amazon Fire TV, Android Mobile, Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Hisense TVs, iOS devices, LG TVs, Samsung Smart TVs, Vizio Smartcast TVs and Xbox One. If you’re planning to follow more games on this platform, you can check out the full Fubo soccer schedule to stay up to date with upcoming matches available via the service. SEE MORE: Schedule of Primeira Liga games on US TV and streaming How to watch anywhere with VPN If you’re abroad, you may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) in order to watch games using your usual streaming service. A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure connection online when streaming. If you are not sure which VPN to use, check out World Soccer Talk’s guide to the best VPNs for streaming soccer.
Deportivo Riestra will play against Boca Juniors in the Matchday 1 of the 2026 Liga Profesional Argentina. Here’s how fans in the United States can watch the matchup live. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Deportivo Riestra vs Boca Juniors on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Deportivo Riestra vs Boca Juniors WHAT Liga Profesional Argentina WHEN 6:30pm ET / 3:30pm PT • Sunday, July 26, 2026 WHERE Fubo, Fanatiz, TyC Sports Internacional and ViX STREAM WATCH NOW Match Overview Deportivo Riestra will look to make an early statement when it hosts Boca Juniors in a challenging home matchup. Despite a difficult previous season, Riestra has earned a reputation for being hard to beat on its own field and will be eager to pull off an upset. Boca arrives with momentum after opening the campaign with a Copa Sudamericana victory over O’Higgins and is considered one of the main contenders in the tournament. With both teams aiming to start strong, this is a game fans won’t want to miss. More details on how to watch With Fubo, you can watch Deportivo Riestra vs Boca Juniors and tons more games. With the legal streaming service, you can watch the game on your computer, smartphone, tablet, Roku, Apple TV or hook it up to your TV with Google Chromecast. Now with Fubo, you can stream USA Network, ESPN, ESPN2, CBS, CBS Sports Network, FS1, FS2, beIN SPORTS, beIN SPORTS en Español, beIN SPORTS Connect, beIN SPORTS XTRA, NBC, CNBC, USA, FOX, FOX Soccer Plus, FOX Deportes, Universo, Telemundo and Galavision. Plus Fubo, the legal streaming service, also streams Liga MX, World Cup, Women’s World Cup, MLS, UEFA Champions League (in Spanish), Europa League (in Spanish), Primeira Liga, Ligue Un, World Cup qualifiers, NWSL, select USMNT games, select USWNT games, select Mexico games, select England games and more. The Fubo app is available for Windows PC, Mac, Apple iPhones, Android phones, Amazon Fire TV, Android Mobile, Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Hisense TVs, iOS devices, LG TVs, Samsung Smart TVs, Vizio Smartcast TVs and Xbox One. If you’re planning to follow more games on this platform, you can check out the full Fubo soccer schedule to stay up to date with upcoming matches available via the service. SEE MORE: Schedule of Primeira Liga games on US TV and streaming How to watch anywhere with VPN If you’re abroad, you may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) in order to watch games using your usual streaming service. A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure connection online when streaming. If you are not sure which VPN to use, check out World Soccer Talk’s guide to the best VPNs for streaming soccer.
River Plate will face off against Barracas Central in the Matchday 1 of the 2026 Liga Profesional Argentina. Here’s how fans in the United States can watch the matchup live. Here are all of the details of where you can watch River Plate vs Barracas Central on US television and via legal streaming: WHO River Plate vs Barracas Central WHAT Liga Profesional Argentina WHEN 6:15 PM ET / 3:15 PM PT • Saturday, July 25, 2025 WHERE Fanatiz and ViX STREAM WATCH NOW Match Overview River Plate begin their title pursuit looking to bounce back after a Copa Argentina loss to Aldosivi. The runner-up from the previous edition aims for a strong response at El Monumental. Barracas Central arrive as a dangerous opponent that has consistently challenged stronger teams and will look to pull off an upset. With River seeking redemption and Barracas chasing a statement result, this is a matchup fans won’t want to miss. More details about watching the game on Fanatiz With Fanatiz, you can watch River Plate vs Barracas Central and tons more games. With the legal streaming service, you can watch the game on your computer, smartphone, tablet, Roku, Apple TV, Fire Stick or hook it up to your TV with Google Chromecast. In addition, standard Fanatiz plans include access to beIN SPORTS – the network with the rights to Ligue 1, Copa Libertadores, Copa Sudamericana, the Turkish SüperLig, African club and international competitions, and more. It also has GolTV, the hard-to-find channel that airs the Portuguese Primeira Liga, Ecuadorian Serie A, Peruvian Liga 1, and Uruguayan Primera. The service also has Spanish language coverage of the Argentine Primera and Brasileirão leagues, as well as Colombian and Honduran leagues. The Fanatiz app is available on iOS, Android, Roku, Apple TV and Amazon Fire TV. How to watch anywhere with VPN If you’re abroad, you may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) in order to watch games using your usual streaming service. A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure connection online when streaming. If you are not sure which VPN to use, check out World Soccer Talk’s guide to the best VPNs for streaming soccer.
Leandro Paredes revealed the decision Lionel Messi made regarding his future with the Argentina national team. Leandro Paredes is already back in domestic action with Boca Juniors following Argentina’s World Cup run, and he didn’t shy away from addressing Lionel Messi‘s international future when given the chance. Speaking in the mixed zone at La Bombonera after Boca’s 1-0 win over O’Higgins in the Copa Sudamericana, where Paredes provided the assist for Miguel Merentiel’s winning goal, the midfielder revealed new details about what Messi had planned heading into the World Cup final. According to Paredes, Messi had already made up his mind that the final against Spain would be his last match with the national team, even if his Argentina teammates were hoping for a different outcome. “It hurts, because we didn’t want that last match to arrive. He had made a decision, which was for that to be his last match with the Argentina national team. Hopefully not, hopefully he can keep playing,” Paredes said. Lionel Messi and Leandro Paredes celebrate a goal for Argentina. (Getty Images) The midfielder made clear that whatever Messi ultimately decides will have the group’s full support, framing it as a personal call rather than something teammates should try to influence. “It’s going to be his decision. Whatever makes him happy will surely make us happy too,” he added. Paredes on his own future with the national team Paredes isn’t just weighing in on Messi’s situation, he’s also facing questions about his own future with Argentina. At 32 years old, the Boca midfielder admitted he’s beginning to consider whether to continue at the international level following an emotional cycle with the national team. “I think for many of us, it’s going to come down to thinking about whether to continue or not. It was a beautiful, spectacular process and we achieved important things. It’s going to be very difficult to maintain this level, for the group to keep functioning this way. You have to think it over, weigh a lot of things. Decisions like this have to be made calmly,” Paredes said. Asked directly whether he had reached a conclusion, he stopped short of confirming anything just yet. “I don’t know. Honestly… I don’t know. It’s a process. You have to digest it, think it over. You shouldn’t make hasty decisions. But it’s definitely something that needs to be talked about,” he said.
Following the final whistle of the 2026 World Cup final, in which Spain beat Argentina by 1-0 after extra time, scuffles broke out on the pitch as Argentinian players reacted very aggressively to Spain’s celebrations. The actions of midfielder Leandro Paredes and coach Roberto Ayala were particularly violent, and according to reports, FIFA will investigate. […] The post Sky Sports: FIFA to investigate Argentina behaviour after World Cup final loss (Video) appeared first on SoccerNews.
Compared with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, whose careers have become synonymous with winning, Mbappe now faces growing questions about whether this difficult spell is merely a temporary setback or the beginning of a larger challenge. Kylian Mbappe‘s latest season has ended without a major trophy for either club or country, placing the Real Madrid and France superstar in unfamiliar territory. Compared with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, whose careers have become synonymous with winning, Mbappe now faces growing questions about whether this difficult spell is merely a temporary setback or the beginning of a larger challenge. The France national team also finishes the campaign without silverware after the dissappointing 2026 World Cup exit, adding to the disappointment after Real Madrid fell short in every major competition. Individual brilliance has never been in doubt, but soccer’s biggest prizes have once again slipped away from one of the game’s brightest stars. Mbappe arrived at Real Madrid in summer 2024 carrying enormous expectations after years of success with Paris Saint-Germain. Although he has continued to score at an elite level, his first two seasons in Spain have both ended without a major collective trophy, despite winning consecutive Pichichi awards and scoring 86 goals in his first 103 appearances for Los Blancos. The French forward also misses out on this year’s Ballon d’Or race after Madrid failed to capture La Liga, the UEFA Champions League, the Copa del Rey, or the Spanish Super Cup, while France also ends the international campaign empty-handed. Kylian Mbappe #10 of France. However, Mbappe has now completed exactly two senior trophyless seasons, both coming consecutively during the 2024-25 and 2025-26 campaigns. Before joining Madrid, he had collected 18 major trophies, including the 2018 World Cup and multiple Ligue 1 titles with Paris Saint-Germain. How many trophyless seasons has Lionel Messi endured? Mbappe’s current drought inevitably invites comparisons with the two players who have defined modern soccer for nearly two decades. Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter Final. Even though Lionel Messi built one of the most decorated careers in soccer history, he also endured periods when Barcelona failed to lift silverware. The Argentine completed three trophyless seasons during his senior career: 2006-07, 2007-08, and 2019-20. His longest barren spell lasted two consecutive campaigns before everything changed under Pep Guardiola. SeasonClubTrophies Won2007-08Barcelona02019-20Barcelona0 Following those difficult years, Messi spearheaded Barcelona’s historic 2008-09 sextuple, winning La Liga, the Copa del Rey, the UEFA Champions League, the Spanish Super Cup, the UEFA Super Cup, and the FIFA Club World Cup. Years later, after the disappointment of 2019-20, he inspired Argentina to win the 2021 Copa America before finally lifting the 2022 World Cup. CategoryRecordSenior Career Seasons20+Trophyless Seasons2Trophyless RateOnly 2 seasons without silverwareLongest Trophy Drought2019-20 seasonFirst Trophyless Season2007-08 (Barcelona) How many trophyless seasons has Cristiano Ronaldo endured? Cristiano Ronaldo also discovered that sustained success is never guaranteed, regardless of individual excellence. The Portuguese legend experienced multiple trophyless campaigns, beginning with his early Manchester United years before later enduring difficult seasons during his return to Old Trafford and the start of his Saudi Arabian adventure. Cristiano Ronaldo #7 of Portugal applauds fans His setbacks, however, were followed by equally remarkable rebounds. After his first barren season, Ronaldo became the centerpiece of Manchester United’s dominant era, helping the club win three consecutive Premier League titles, the 2007-08 UEFA Champions League, and his first Ballon d’Or. SeasonClubTrophies Won2004-05Manchester United02009-10Real Madrid02021-22Manchester United02022-23
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Gimnasia La Plata and River Plate will face each other in the Matchday 2 of the 2026 Liga Profesional Argentina. Here’s how fans in the United States can watch the matchup live. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Gimnasia La Plata vs River Plate on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Gimnasia La Plata vs River Plate WHAT Liga Profesional Argentina WHEN 6:15pm ET / 3:15pm PT • Wednesday, July 29, 2026 WHERE Fubo, Fanatiz, FOX Deportes, ViX and FOX One STREAM WATCH NOW Match Overview River Plate and Gimnasia will both be looking to recover after disappointing starts to the tournament when they meet with three important points at stake. River enters the match following a surprising home loss to Barracas Central, the first defeat against that opponent in club history. On the other hand, Gimnasia suffered a hard-fought 2-1 setback against Racing in its opener. With both teams eager to get back on track and build early momentum, this showdown carries plenty of importance. Don’t miss this matchup between two rivals determined to respond after opening-round defeats. More details on how to watch With Fubo, you can watch Gimnasia La Plata vs River Plate and tons more games. With the legal streaming service, you can watch the game on your computer, smartphone, tablet, Roku, Apple TV or hook it up to your TV with Google Chromecast. Now with Fubo, you can stream USA Network, ESPN, ESPN2, CBS, CBS Sports Network, FS1, FS2, beIN SPORTS, beIN SPORTS en Español, beIN SPORTS Connect, beIN SPORTS XTRA, NBC, CNBC, USA, FOX, FOX Soccer Plus, FOX Deportes, Universo, Telemundo and Galavision. Plus Fubo, the legal streaming service, also streams Liga MX, World Cup, Women’s World Cup, MLS, UEFA Champions League (in Spanish), Europa League (in Spanish), Primeira Liga, Ligue Un, World Cup qualifiers, NWSL, select USMNT games, select USWNT games, select Mexico games, select England games and more. The Fubo app is available for Windows PC, Mac, Apple iPhones, Android phones, Amazon Fire TV, Android Mobile, Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Hisense TVs, iOS devices, LG TVs, Samsung Smart TVs, Vizio Smartcast TVs and Xbox One. If you’re planning to follow more games on this platform, you can check out the full Fubo soccer schedule to stay up to date with upcoming matches available via the service. SEE MORE: Schedule of Primeira Liga games on US TV and streaming How to watch anywhere with VPN If you’re abroad, you may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) in order to watch games using your usual streaming service. A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure connection online when streaming. If you are not sure which VPN to use, check out World Soccer Talk’s guide to the best VPNs for streaming soccer.
Deportivo Riestra will play against Boca Juniors in the Matchday 1 of the 2026 Liga Profesional Argentina. Here’s how fans in the United States can watch the matchup live. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Deportivo Riestra vs Boca Juniors on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Deportivo Riestra vs Boca Juniors WHAT Liga Profesional Argentina WHEN 6:30pm ET / 3:30pm PT • Sunday, July 26, 2026 WHERE Fubo, Fanatiz, TyC Sports Internacional and ViX STREAM WATCH NOW Match Overview Deportivo Riestra will look to make an early statement when it hosts Boca Juniors in a challenging home matchup. Despite a difficult previous season, Riestra has earned a reputation for being hard to beat on its own field and will be eager to pull off an upset. Boca arrives with momentum after opening the campaign with a Copa Sudamericana victory over O’Higgins and is considered one of the main contenders in the tournament. With both teams aiming to start strong, this is a game fans won’t want to miss. More details on how to watch With Fubo, you can watch Deportivo Riestra vs Boca Juniors and tons more games. With the legal streaming service, you can watch the game on your computer, smartphone, tablet, Roku, Apple TV or hook it up to your TV with Google Chromecast. Now with Fubo, you can stream USA Network, ESPN, ESPN2, CBS, CBS Sports Network, FS1, FS2, beIN SPORTS, beIN SPORTS en Español, beIN SPORTS Connect, beIN SPORTS XTRA, NBC, CNBC, USA, FOX, FOX Soccer Plus, FOX Deportes, Universo, Telemundo and Galavision. Plus Fubo, the legal streaming service, also streams Liga MX, World Cup, Women’s World Cup, MLS, UEFA Champions League (in Spanish), Europa League (in Spanish), Primeira Liga, Ligue Un, World Cup qualifiers, NWSL, select USMNT games, select USWNT games, select Mexico games, select England games and more. The Fubo app is available for Windows PC, Mac, Apple iPhones, Android phones, Amazon Fire TV, Android Mobile, Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Hisense TVs, iOS devices, LG TVs, Samsung Smart TVs, Vizio Smartcast TVs and Xbox One. If you’re planning to follow more games on this platform, you can check out the full Fubo soccer schedule to stay up to date with upcoming matches available via the service. SEE MORE: Schedule of Primeira Liga games on US TV and streaming How to watch anywhere with VPN If you’re abroad, you may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) in order to watch games using your usual streaming service. A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure connection online when streaming. If you are not sure which VPN to use, check out World Soccer Talk’s guide to the best VPNs for streaming soccer.
River Plate will face off against Barracas Central in the Matchday 1 of the 2026 Liga Profesional Argentina. Here’s how fans in the United States can watch the matchup live. Here are all of the details of where you can watch River Plate vs Barracas Central on US television and via legal streaming: WHO River Plate vs Barracas Central WHAT Liga Profesional Argentina WHEN 6:15 PM ET / 3:15 PM PT • Saturday, July 25, 2025 WHERE Fanatiz and ViX STREAM WATCH NOW Match Overview River Plate begin their title pursuit looking to bounce back after a Copa Argentina loss to Aldosivi. The runner-up from the previous edition aims for a strong response at El Monumental. Barracas Central arrive as a dangerous opponent that has consistently challenged stronger teams and will look to pull off an upset. With River seeking redemption and Barracas chasing a statement result, this is a matchup fans won’t want to miss. More details about watching the game on Fanatiz With Fanatiz, you can watch River Plate vs Barracas Central and tons more games. With the legal streaming service, you can watch the game on your computer, smartphone, tablet, Roku, Apple TV, Fire Stick or hook it up to your TV with Google Chromecast. In addition, standard Fanatiz plans include access to beIN SPORTS – the network with the rights to Ligue 1, Copa Libertadores, Copa Sudamericana, the Turkish SüperLig, African club and international competitions, and more. It also has GolTV, the hard-to-find channel that airs the Portuguese Primeira Liga, Ecuadorian Serie A, Peruvian Liga 1, and Uruguayan Primera. The service also has Spanish language coverage of the Argentine Primera and Brasileirão leagues, as well as Colombian and Honduran leagues. The Fanatiz app is available on iOS, Android, Roku, Apple TV and Amazon Fire TV. How to watch anywhere with VPN If you’re abroad, you may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) in order to watch games using your usual streaming service. A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure connection online when streaming. If you are not sure which VPN to use, check out World Soccer Talk’s guide to the best VPNs for streaming soccer.
Leandro Paredes revealed the decision Lionel Messi made regarding his future with the Argentina national team. Leandro Paredes is already back in domestic action with Boca Juniors following Argentina’s World Cup run, and he didn’t shy away from addressing Lionel Messi‘s international future when given the chance. Speaking in the mixed zone at La Bombonera after Boca’s 1-0 win over O’Higgins in the Copa Sudamericana, where Paredes provided the assist for Miguel Merentiel’s winning goal, the midfielder revealed new details about what Messi had planned heading into the World Cup final. According to Paredes, Messi had already made up his mind that the final against Spain would be his last match with the national team, even if his Argentina teammates were hoping for a different outcome. “It hurts, because we didn’t want that last match to arrive. He had made a decision, which was for that to be his last match with the Argentina national team. Hopefully not, hopefully he can keep playing,” Paredes said. Lionel Messi and Leandro Paredes celebrate a goal for Argentina. (Getty Images) The midfielder made clear that whatever Messi ultimately decides will have the group’s full support, framing it as a personal call rather than something teammates should try to influence. “It’s going to be his decision. Whatever makes him happy will surely make us happy too,” he added. Paredes on his own future with the national team Paredes isn’t just weighing in on Messi’s situation, he’s also facing questions about his own future with Argentina. At 32 years old, the Boca midfielder admitted he’s beginning to consider whether to continue at the international level following an emotional cycle with the national team. “I think for many of us, it’s going to come down to thinking about whether to continue or not. It was a beautiful, spectacular process and we achieved important things. It’s going to be very difficult to maintain this level, for the group to keep functioning this way. You have to think it over, weigh a lot of things. Decisions like this have to be made calmly,” Paredes said. Asked directly whether he had reached a conclusion, he stopped short of confirming anything just yet. “I don’t know. Honestly… I don’t know. It’s a process. You have to digest it, think it over. You shouldn’t make hasty decisions. But it’s definitely something that needs to be talked about,” he said.
Following the final whistle of the 2026 World Cup final, in which Spain beat Argentina by 1-0 after extra time, scuffles broke out on the pitch as Argentinian players reacted very aggressively to Spain’s celebrations. The actions of midfielder Leandro Paredes and coach Roberto Ayala were particularly violent, and according to reports, FIFA will investigate. […] The post Sky Sports: FIFA to investigate Argentina behaviour after World Cup final loss (Video) appeared first on SoccerNews.
Compared with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, whose careers have become synonymous with winning, Mbappe now faces growing questions about whether this difficult spell is merely a temporary setback or the beginning of a larger challenge. Kylian Mbappe‘s latest season has ended without a major trophy for either club or country, placing the Real Madrid and France superstar in unfamiliar territory. Compared with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, whose careers have become synonymous with winning, Mbappe now faces growing questions about whether this difficult spell is merely a temporary setback or the beginning of a larger challenge. The France national team also finishes the campaign without silverware after the dissappointing 2026 World Cup exit, adding to the disappointment after Real Madrid fell short in every major competition. Individual brilliance has never been in doubt, but soccer’s biggest prizes have once again slipped away from one of the game’s brightest stars. Mbappe arrived at Real Madrid in summer 2024 carrying enormous expectations after years of success with Paris Saint-Germain. Although he has continued to score at an elite level, his first two seasons in Spain have both ended without a major collective trophy, despite winning consecutive Pichichi awards and scoring 86 goals in his first 103 appearances for Los Blancos. The French forward also misses out on this year’s Ballon d’Or race after Madrid failed to capture La Liga, the UEFA Champions League, the Copa del Rey, or the Spanish Super Cup, while France also ends the international campaign empty-handed. Kylian Mbappe #10 of France. However, Mbappe has now completed exactly two senior trophyless seasons, both coming consecutively during the 2024-25 and 2025-26 campaigns. Before joining Madrid, he had collected 18 major trophies, including the 2018 World Cup and multiple Ligue 1 titles with Paris Saint-Germain. How many trophyless seasons has Lionel Messi endured? Mbappe’s current drought inevitably invites comparisons with the two players who have defined modern soccer for nearly two decades. Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter Final. Even though Lionel Messi built one of the most decorated careers in soccer history, he also endured periods when Barcelona failed to lift silverware. The Argentine completed three trophyless seasons during his senior career: 2006-07, 2007-08, and 2019-20. His longest barren spell lasted two consecutive campaigns before everything changed under Pep Guardiola. SeasonClubTrophies Won2007-08Barcelona02019-20Barcelona0 Following those difficult years, Messi spearheaded Barcelona’s historic 2008-09 sextuple, winning La Liga, the Copa del Rey, the UEFA Champions League, the Spanish Super Cup, the UEFA Super Cup, and the FIFA Club World Cup. Years later, after the disappointment of 2019-20, he inspired Argentina to win the 2021 Copa America before finally lifting the 2022 World Cup. CategoryRecordSenior Career Seasons20+Trophyless Seasons2Trophyless RateOnly 2 seasons without silverwareLongest Trophy Drought2019-20 seasonFirst Trophyless Season2007-08 (Barcelona) How many trophyless seasons has Cristiano Ronaldo endured? Cristiano Ronaldo also discovered that sustained success is never guaranteed, regardless of individual excellence. The Portuguese legend experienced multiple trophyless campaigns, beginning with his early Manchester United years before later enduring difficult seasons during his return to Old Trafford and the start of his Saudi Arabian adventure. Cristiano Ronaldo #7 of Portugal applauds fans His setbacks, however, were followed by equally remarkable rebounds. After his first barren season, Ronaldo became the centerpiece of Manchester United’s dominant era, helping the club win three consecutive Premier League titles, the 2007-08 UEFA Champions League, and his first Ballon d’Or. SeasonClubTrophies Won2004-05Manchester United02009-10Real Madrid02021-22Manchester United02022-23
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