Meetings with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo mean more now than they have ever done as the two GOATs are "unfortunately in their last years".

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• All-time greats approaching end of careers
• Have provided inspiration to millions around the world
• No sign of either slowing down just yet

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Peruvian centre-back Gustavo Dulanto is one of those fortunate enough to have crossed paths with both all-time greats over the course of his career. He has lined up against CR7 during the Portuguese superstar’s time at Real Madrid.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  He has now locked horns with eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Messi following a friendly meeting between Inter Miami and Universitario – with the MLS outfit taking in a tour of the Americas as part of their pre-season in 2025.

• WHAT DULANTO SAID

  Dulanto has spoken of his pride at gracing the same pitch as two of the finest players to have ever laced up a pair of boots, with the 29-year-old telling : "It was nice to add an experience to play with these kinds of players. We know Lionel Messi is the best in history along with Cristiano Ronaldo. Now, unfortunately, they are in their last years, but they are still different. The control, the passes. [Sergio] Busquets himself, Jordi Alba. It’s a nice experience, I’m going to keep the best memories of this game."

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  WHAT NEXT

  Messi is now 37 years of age, but claimed MVP honours in MLS last season. Ronaldo is fast approaching his 40th birthday, but he is showing no sign of slowing down either and is expected to agree an extension to his record-breaking contract at Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr.

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