Scenario Ronaldo meets Messi at World Cup 2026

The draw for the 2026 World Cup finals on the morning of December 6 opened up the prospect of a classic match, when Lionel Messi will face Cristiano Ronaldo.

Messi could face Ronaldo at the 2026 World Cup.

According to the draw results, Argentina, the reigning world champions, will begin their title defense against Algeria in Group J. If Messi confirms his participation in the sixth World Cup of his career, he will enter the historic tournament at the age of 39.

In addition to Algeria, Argentina's opponents in the group stage also include Austria and Jordan. This is a group that is considered suitable for coach Lionel Scaloni and his team to aim for the top spot.

Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo is also preparing for the last major tournament of his career. Portugal is in Group K, along with Uzbekistan, Colombia and the winner of a play-off between the Republic of Congo, Jamaica or New Caledonia.

With a balanced force and the extensive experience of Ronaldo, the top scorer in men's football history with 143 goals, Portugal also aims to top the table.

If both superstars complete the task of finishing first in the group stage, then going through the round of 32 and the round of 16, fans could witness the confrontation the whole world is waiting for in the quarterfinals. This could very well be the last time the two footballing icons compete on the biggest stage of the planet.

The 2026 World Cup, taking place from June 11, 2026 to July 19, 2026, promises to be the final stage for Messi and Ronaldo to end their international careers with memorable moments.

Ronaldo's masterpiece Cristiano Ronaldo performed a perfect bicycle kick, sealing a 4-1 victory for Al Nassr against Al Khaleej in round 9 of the Saudi Pro League in the early morning of November 24.

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