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Messi Calls World Cup ‘Ultimate’ After Ronaldo Says Title Wouldn’t Define His Legacy

Messi elevates Qatar 2022 as the peak of a career’s meaning, contrasting Ronaldo’s stance that a World Cup win would not change his place in football history.

Overview

  • Speaking on Piers Morgan Uncensored, Cristiano Ronaldo said winning the World Cup is not a dream for him and would not change his status in the sport.
  • Ronaldo framed Argentina or Brazil winning as expected but said a Portugal triumph would shock the world, highlighting his nation’s different pedigree.
  • At the America Business Forum in Florida, Lionel Messi described the World Cup as a player’s ultimate achievement and said the feeling rivaled the birth of his children.
  • Argentina have already qualified for the 2026 tournament, and Portugal are poised to confirm qualification during the November international window.
  • Goal reports Ronaldo is expected to appear at the 2026 World Cup, which would be his sixth participation at the finals.