Magic Johnson has described watching Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo face off live as one of the greatest moments of his life. The NBA legend reflected on the experience while revisiting a period when both players were at the peak of their rivalry.

What comes to mind when you think of the top men's FIFA World Cup moments? It could be Diego Maradona carving through England's defense for the Goal of the Century. Or, a legend like Pele or Lionel Messi raising the trophy up high into the sky.

While Inter Miami CF has played only six seasons as one of Major League Soccer’s (MLS) fledgling programs, its talisman and captain, Lionel Messi, continues to rack up records and stellar displays of athleticism nearly every time he steps on the field.

It feels like almost egregious recency bias to have the top soccer moment of the past 140 years from such a recent event.

Inter Miami’s historic MLS Cup victory delivered unforgettable scenes at Chase Stadium — but none as viral as the moment Lionel Messi, noticeably exhausted, appeared “out of place” during the team’s celebratory conga line led by David Beckham.