Anticipating the Clash of Legends: Ronaldo and Messi at the World Cup

Can the two GOATs meet?

Lionel Messi aims for his second World Cup title while seeking to make a third final appearance in the sport’s premier event. In contrast, Cristiano Ronaldo is eager to secure his first final spot. Below is how their paths might intersect this coming summer.

Key Matches for Argentina:

June 16: vs. Algeria
June 22: vs. Austria
June 27: vs. Jordan

Key Matches for Portugal:

June 16: vs. DR Congo/Jamaica/New Caledonia (winner of intercontinental playoff path 1)
June 23: vs. Colombia
June 27: vs. Uzbekistan

Both teams will have to navigate through the Round of 16 and Round of 32 successfully to reach the quarterfinals. If successful, a monumental face-off could occur on July 11 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, the home ground of NFL quarterback Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs. Expect an abundance of star appeal at this event.

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