Messi vs Ronaldo GOAT Debate Settled, Says Piers Morgan. Gives Bizarre Reason

As Lionel Messi brings down the curtain on his international career, he ends a glorious chapter with one FIFA World Cup and two Copa America titles. In comparison, his arch-rival Cristiano Ronaldo has only one major title to celebrate with Portugal, the 2016 UEFA European Championship. Messi's exit from international football has reignited the ultimate GOAT debate, with the football world still divided between him and Ronaldo, who created a duopoly in the sport for about 15 years. While many feel Messi edges the debate, British journalist Piers Morgan believes the Argentine maestro's international retirement has shifted the debate in Ronaldo's favour.

When Messi announced his retirement from international football on Monday, Morgan took to X (formerly Twitter) to compare the Argentine's national team goal tally with Ronaldo's. For Morgan, the fact that Ronaldo has scored more goals in international football than Messi is enough to settle the GOAT debate in the Portuguese star's favour.

"Breaking: Lionel Messi retires from international football, after scoring 125 goals for the Argentina national team, placing him second on the list of highest international goalscorers."

"Cristiano Ronaldo has scored 146 goals for the Portugal national team, the highest figure in the history of football at the international level. This settles the debate over who is the best player in history."

BREAKING:
* Lionel Messi quits international football having scored 125 goals for Argentina, the second-highest number in football history.
* @Cristiano Ronaldo has scored 146 goals for Portugal, the highest in football history.
This settles the debate. pic.twitter.com/QcMc6m0ys2

— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) August 31, 2026

READ | What Ronaldo Said When Messi First Announced International Retirement  

Confirming his decision to step away from international football, Messi stated that he had decided to end his Argentina chapter two days after the heartbreaking defeat in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. However, he chose to postpone the announcement due to the health of his father, who passed away on 8 August.

"I wrote these words on July 21, two days after the final. Today, after what happened with my dad, I am more convinced than ever," he wrote at the end of the note posted regarding his retirement.

"It was a decision that hurt, and still hurts deeply, but I understand that the time has come," Messi said on his official Instagram account. "I swear to you that I always gave it my all, not just in these last few years when we won everything, but before that too. I always fought and left everything on the field for this jersey, to bring you joy and make you feel proud to be Argentine through football."

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iPhone 18 Pro Launch: 10 Biggest Upgrades Expected Ahead Of Apple's Sept 9 Event

Apple is preparing for one of its biggest product events of the year, with the company scheduled to host its launch event on Sept. 9. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are widely expected to be among the new devices unveiled at the event.

Apple has not yet confirmed the specifications of its upcoming iPhones. However, leaks and reports from publications including MacRumors, Macworld and Tom's Guide have pointed to several possible changes.

A20 Pro Chip

The iPhone 18 Pro is expected to feature Apple's next-generation A20 Pro chip. According to MacRumors, the chip could be manufactured using TSMC's 2nm process, moving beyond the 3nm technology used for the current A19 Pro.

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Bigger Battery

Battery life could be one of the more noticeable improvements in the iPhone 18 Pro series. MacRumors has reported that leaked information points to a battery capacity of 5,391mAh for the iPhone 18 Pro Max.

For comparison, the iPhone 18 Pro is expected to have a battery capacity of around 4,200mAh to 4,300mAh, according to leaked specifications compiled by 91mobiles. None of these figures has been officially confirmed.

6.3-Inch Display

The iPhone 18 Pro is not expected to get a major increase in screen size. MacRumors reports that the Pro model could retain a 6.3-inch display, while the Pro Max is expected to continue with a 6.9-inch panel.

LTPO+ Display

According to MacRumors, Apple could introduce upgraded LTPO+ display technology with the iPhone 18 Pro models. The newer technology could help reduce power consumption.

Variable Aperture Camera

The camera could receive one of the biggest upgrades. MacRumors reports that the iPhone 18 Pro models are expected to feature a 48-megapixel main camera with a variable aperture.

A variable-aperture system can adjust the amount of light entering the camera, potentially giving the iPhone more flexibility when taking photographs in different lighting conditions.

Smaller Dynamic Island

Apple could also make the Dynamic Island smaller. MacRumors and Macworld have both reported on changes to the front-facing hardware that could allow Apple to reduce the space occupied by the Dynamic Island, giving users slightly more uninterrupted screen space.

Under-Display Face ID

The smaller Dynamic Island is also linked to possible changes in Face ID technology. Macworld has reported that Apple could move some Face ID components underneath the display.

Apple's New C2 Modem

The iPhone 18 Pro series is also expected to get Apple's next-generation C2 modem. MacRumors has reported that the C2 could bring improvements in cellular connectivity and power efficiency.

This would further Apple's move towards developing more of its own connectivity hardware rather than relying entirely on third-party modem technology.

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New Connectivity Hardware

The iPhone 18 Pro could also receive an updated wireless connectivity chip. MacRumors reports that Apple is expected to introduce an N2 chip, following the N1 chip used in the current generation, which supports technologies including Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and Thread.

Colours And Design

Apple could also introduce new colour options for the Pro models. Recent reports have pointed to shades such as Dark Cherry, although the final names and availability remain unconfirmed.

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Duleep Trophy: Sooryavanshi Slams 92, East Zone Locked In Intense Battle

Central Zone vs East Zone, Duleep Trophy 1st Semi-Final Highlights: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi underlined his red-ball credentials with a 92 full of fire and brimstone, but East Zone failed to take an innings lead over Central Zone on the second day of the Duleep Trophy semifinal here on Monday. Left-arm spinner Harsh Dubey (4/66) and pacers Yash Thakur (3/66) and Aryan Pandey (3/43) shared all the wickets among them to bowl out East for 266, identical to Central's first innings total. In a match that has now been reduced to a second-innings shootout, Central are placed rather precariously at 45 for three at close. At stumps, Aman Mokhade (23) and Aryan Pandey (4) were batting, but pacer Mukesh Kumar dealt a huge blow to Central, dismissing skipper Rajat Patidar in the closing minutes of the day. (Scorecard)

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Vishwanath & Sons BO Collection Day 18: Suriya Starrer Keeps The Momentum Going

Suriya starrer Vishwanath & Sons is continuing its box office journey as the film enters another day of its theatrical run. The Tamil drama has stayed in cinemas into its third week, with audiences still turning up for the film.

Box Office Collection Day 18

The Tamil film has collected Rs 55 lakh net Live on Day 18 from 1,264 shows, with an occupancy of 18.5%. Its India net collection has reached Rs 116.55 crore, while the India gross collection stands at Rs 134.95 crore, according to the latest figures from trade tracker Sacnilk. Final Day 18 figures are awaited.

The Tamil version earned Rs 28 lakh Live from 585 shows, recording 19% occupancy. The Telugu version collected Rs 27 lakh live across 679 shows, with an occupancy of 18%.

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Box Office Collection So Far

Vishwanath and Sons opened with Rs 15.35 crore on Day 1 and saw its biggest single-day collection on Day 2, when it earned Rs 22.25 crore. Day 3 added Rs 20.55 crore, while Day 4 recorded Rs 7.80 crore. The film collected Rs 6.35 crore on Day 5, Rs 5.10 crore on Day 6 and Rs 4.20 crore on Day 7, taking its first-week total to Rs 81.60 crore.

In the second week, the film earned Rs 4.50 crore on Day 8, followed by Rs 7.25 crore on Day 9 and Rs 7.30 crore on Day 10. It then collected Rs 2.05 crore, Rs 2.80 crore, Rs 2.35 crore and Rs 1.30 crore from Day 11 to Day 14, taking the second-week total to Rs 27.55 crore, as per Sacnilk.

About Vishwanath & Sons

Vishwanath & Sons follows Sanjay Vishwanath, an international shooter whose life changes as he faces ageing, family responsibilities and an unexpected romance.

Directed by Venky Atluri, the film stars Suriya, Mamitha Baiju, Raveena Tandon and Radhika Sarathkumar. G. V. Prakash Kumar has composed the music, while Nimish Ravi handled the cinematography and Navin Nooli edited the film.

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