MLS News Roundup - 2026-03-20 | Messi’s 900th Goal, CCL Drama & World Cup 2026 Stars

Lionel Messi scores his historic 900th career goal for Inter Miami, joining Cristiano Ronaldo as the only men’s players to hit that mark and doing it in fewer games and at a younger age. We break down what the record means and how it reshapes the GOAT debate. Across the CONCACAF Champions Cup, MLS sides ride a rollercoaster: Vancouver Whitecaps are knocked out 2-1 by the Seattle Sounders, while FC Cincinnati gear up for a decisive second leg against Tigres in a huge MLS vs Liga MX showdown. Internationally, the 2026 World Cup countdown accelerates with veteran icons Messi and Ronaldo preparing for a likely final bow as rising stars like Lamine Yamal, Jude Bellingham and Erling Haaland surge. The Socceroos add three uncapped players in a bold refresh, and James Rodríguez leads Colombia into heavyweight friendlies with Croatia and France. #MLS #MajorLeagueSoccer #Messi #InterMiami #Ronaldo #WorldCup2026 #ConcacafChampionsCup #Whitecaps #SeattleSounders #FCCincinnati #Socceroos #Colombia #FootballNews #SoccerNews #GOATDebate #ninetyminutesplus This video is created for purposes of commentary, analysis, news reporting, education and non-commercial discussion under the principles of fair use/fair dealing. All footage, images, and articles referenced belong to their respective owners and rights holders; we do not claim ownership and provide credit where possible. This content is transformative, adding original analysis and context, and is not intended to substitute for the original works or harm their market value. If any rights holder has concerns, please contact us and we will address issues promptly.