In a jaw-dropping turn of events, Lionel Messi has reportedly lodged a formal complaint with FIFA’s president, demanding a review of ESPN’s recently published list of the 21st century’s greatest footballers. The ranking, which controversially placed Cristiano Ronaldo at #1 and Messi at #2, has sparked a firestorm of debate across social media, particularly on X, where fans of both icons are clashing fiercely.

Known for his humility, Messi is said to be outraged by what he perceives as an unfair evaluation. Insiders claim Messi’s legal team has highlighted discrepancies in ESPN’s criteria, arguing that his individual accolades, global influence, and international achievements surpass Ronaldo’s in multiple areas. The complaint allegedly calls for FIFA to oversee a transparent reassessment, even proposing a public vote among football experts to settle the matter.

Ronaldo’s camp has yet to issue an official response, but his supporters have hit back, labeling Messi’s move as an “ego-driven” attempt to undermine their idol. Meanwhile, Messi’s fans insist the rankings were rigged to inflate Ronaldo’s legacy. The controversy has reignited the age-old Messi-Ronaldo rivalry, raising questions about the credibility of media-driven rankings in football.

Will FIFA intervene? Could ESPN revise their list? This explosive saga is far from over, promising more drama in the days ahead!