Messi vs. Ronaldo 2026 World Cup: Quarter-final clash possible

• The 2026 FIFA World Cup could potentially feature a match between Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal and Lionel Messi's Argentina.
• For this encounter to happen, both teams must win their respective groups and advance through the last-32 and last-16 knockout stages.
• If conditions are met, the two football legends could face off in the quarter-finals on July 11 at Arrowhead Stadium.
• The 2026 World Cup, hosted by USA, Canada, and Mexico, will be the largest ever with 48 participating teams.

Why It Matters: It matters for the potential final Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi World Cup clash.