Cristiano vs. Messi Is Possible in the “Finalissima”
With the kickoff of the 2024 Copa América and the ongoing Euro 2024, an intriguing scenario has emerged, potentially providing the perfect conclusion to the storied rivalry between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
If Portugal clinches the Euro and Argentina secures back-to-back titles in this edition of the Copa América, we could witness a new edition of the "Finalissima" in 2025 featuring these two football legends.
This scenario isn't far-fetched, considering both the Portuguese squad and the "Albiceleste" are strong contenders in their respective continental tournaments. Should this happen, it would offer the ideal setting to cap off the most significant rivalry in football history, one that reached its peak when Ronaldo played for Real Madrid and Messi for Barcelona.
While there has been no official announcement regarding a new edition of this "Intercontinental Cup," and the scheduling of the new 2025 Club World Cup adds complexity, journalist Ale Liparoti reported that FIFA is planning to repeat this prestigious match next year.
The last "Finalissima" saw Argentina triumph 3-0 over Italy at Wembley. Football fans around the world are undoubtedly hoping that both Portugal and Argentina claim gold this summer, setting the stage for one final dance between CR7 and Messi.