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Everything that needs to go right for Messi and Ronaldo to meet at the World Cup, one last time

Times of India World / India / 1m ago / TOI Sports Desk
Everything that needs to go right for Messi and Ronaldo to meet at the World Cup, one last time

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup’s expanded 48-team format has reopened the possibility of a historic Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo clash, something never seen in tournament play. With Argentina and Portugal drawn into separate groups, any meeting depends entirely on knockout progression. Depending on results, they could meet in the Round of 16, quarter-finals, or even the final.

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup’s expanded 48-team format has reopened the possibility of a historic Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo clash, something never seen in tournament play. With Argentina and Portugal drawn into separa...

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