Lionel Messi’s MLS continues to climb international league rankings, but still trails Cristiano Ronaldo’s SPL

With Lionel Messi as its face, the MLS is still climbing positions as one of the best leagues on the world in a prestigious ranking, but Cristiano Ronaldo's SPL is still out of reach.

Major League Soccer has developed into the most successful first-division soccer project in the United States, not only due to its longevity, but also because of the global attention brought by stars such as Lionel Messi playing a central role in its growth. While MLS continues to rise in international league rankings...