Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo could finally play together in Carlos Tevez’s farewell match. The former Manchester United star has confirmed Messi’s participation, while Ronaldo remains a possible guest.

Messi and Ronaldo could finally play together as Carlos Tevez confirms major update

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo could finally play together for the first time in a special farewell match organised by former Manchester United star Carlos Tevez.

The two football legends have spent almost two decades competing against each other, creating one of the greatest rivalries in football history.

However, a special event scheduled for December 20, 2026, could bring them together on the same team.

Tevez has now confirmed that Messi will participate in his farewell match, while Ronaldo remains a possible guest.

Carlos Tevez confirms Messi will play in farewell match

Speaking with Rio Ferdinand on the Rio Ferdinand Presents show on October 29, Tevez revealed important details about his upcoming farewell match.

The former Argentina striker confirmed that Lionel Messi and Juan Román Riquelme will take part in the event.

“Messi is going to play, and Riquelme too,” Tevez said.

The match is scheduled to take place at La Bombonera, the home stadium of Boca Juniors in Buenos Aires.

Tevez explained that the event would feature Boca Juniors against a team made up of his friends and former teammates.

Could Cristiano Ronaldo join Messi?

Cristiano Ronaldo is another major name Tevez hopes to bring to the event.

The Portuguese superstar played alongside Tevez at Manchester United between 2007 and 2009, winning major trophies together.

According to Portuguese newspaper A Bola, Tevez wants Ronaldo to participate in his farewell match.

However, Ronaldo has not officially confirmed whether he will accept the invitation.

If the Al Nassr captain agrees to participate and joins the same team as Messi, football fans could witness a historic moment.

Historic reunion planned for December 2026

Tevez’s farewell match will take place on December 20 at La Bombonera, with several famous football stars expected to attend.

Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has also expressed his interest in participating.

The event will celebrate Tevez’s successful career, which included spells at Manchester United, Manchester City, Juventus and Boca Juniors.

For football fans, however, the biggest attraction could be the chance to see Messi and Ronaldo playing together instead of against each other.

Will Messi and Ronaldo finally share the pitch?

Messi’s participation has been announced by Tevez, but Ronaldo’s involvement remains uncertain.

No official team lineup has been released, and there is no confirmation that the two superstars will play on the same side.

Still, the possibility of seeing Messi and Ronaldo become teammates has already created excitement ahead of Tevez’s farewell match in December.