Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo could share the same team for the first time in their careers at the farewell match of former Argentina international Carlos Tevez, scheduled for December 20, 2026, at Boca Juniors’ iconic La Bombonera stadium in Buenos Aires.

The prospect of bringing together two of football’s biggest global icons has generated excitement among fans, with Tevez hoping to create a memorable occasion featuring former teammates and some of the game’s most recognisable names.

However, while Messi’s participation has been confirmed by Tevez, Cristiano Ronaldo is yet to confirm that he will take part in the event. Tevez has made it clear that he wants the Portuguese superstar involved, even expressing his intention to personally persuade his former Manchester United teammate to attend.

Tevez shared the dressing room with Messi while representing Argentina and played alongside Ronaldo at Manchester United between 2007 and 2009.

The Argentine forward is therefore uniquely placed to bring the two legends together for his farewell celebration. The idea is to assemble a team of friends and former teammates, potentially facing a side featuring other football stars.

The match, promoted under the title “Adiós Apache”, will celebrate Tevez’s remarkable career, which included major honours with Manchester United, Manchester City, Juventus and Boca Juniors.

For more than a decade, Messi and Ronaldo have defined one of football’s most celebrated rivalries, competing for major trophies, individual awards and records while playing for Barcelona and Real Madrid respectively.

Although the pair have shared the pitch as opponents and appeared at the same football events, they have never officially played together for the same team.

A joint appearance at La Bombonera would offer supporters a rare opportunity to see the two legends combine rather than compete against each other.

With Messi’s participation confirmed and Ronaldo still unconfirmed, all eyes will be on Tevez’s efforts to complete the dream lineup.

If the Portuguese forward accepts the invitation, December 20 could become one of the most talked-about nights in football nostalgia, bringing together two legendary careers for a potentially historic farewell.

Will Messi and Ronaldo finally become teammates? The football world will be waiting for Ronaldo’s answer.