Could Messi and Ronaldo Meet at the 2026 World Cup?
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have dominated world football for over a decade yet have never faced each other in a World Cup match. The 2026 tournament format leaves the door open for a potential meeting between Argentina and Portugal in the knockout stages.
While no meeting is guaranteed, the possibility has excited fans globally.
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