As the unrivaled dual stars of the football world, Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have not only monopolized trophies, glory, and limelight over the years but also dominated discussions and attention. Even after their departure from European football, they remain the most influential figures in the global football scene. Ronaldo has increased the visibility of the Saudi League, while Messi has made people fall in love with Major League Soccer (MLS). Indeed, before Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo ventured into the desert, few would have paid attention to the Saudi League. People were unaware of clubs like Al Ittihad Jeddah or the rivalries between Al Nassr and Al Hilal. However, Ronaldo's arrival at Al Nassr changed everything. Since the moment he stepped onto the club, the Saudi League has been frequently mentioned, drawing more and more eyes towards the desert. People are curious about how Ronaldo will perform on a stage built from oil and money. Similarly, MLS was largely ignored until Messi made his choice. Despite hosting football greats like Henry, Kaka, Ibrahimovic, Gerrard, and Pirlo, MLS remained distant and unfamiliar to many. Beyond the lack of promotion and relegation, our knowledge of MLS was minimal. We only knew that David Beckham, known as the heartthrob, owned a team there called Inter Miami. But when the ball king Messi brought his talent, skill, and aura to the turf of Inter Miami, MLS instantly became the center of attention, standing out from the rest. Clearly, gazing upon the ball king often seems more important than following the top five leagues, and it…