For years, a personal battle has defined top-level European football – Messi vs Ronaldo. A rivalry like no other.

Since they were first pitted against each other in 2007, the two men’s domination of the record books has been unparalleled. They continue to divide opinion but one thing is beyond doubt: this is football’s greatest ever head-to-head.

Luca Caioli draws on the exclusive testimonies of managers, teammates, friends and family to tell the inside story of this momentous rivalry.

Includes all the action from the 2017/18 season and the 2018 World Cup