Ronaldo Relishes Prospect Of World Cup Showdown With Messi

Leadership | 24-06-2026 06:37pm |

Cristiano Ronaldo has admitted that a FIFA World Cup knockout-stage meeting with Lionel Messi’s Argentina would be “awesome” after inspiring Portugal to a commanding 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan on Tuesday. The 41-year-old captain, who came under scrutiny following Portugal’s opening Group K draw against DR Congo, responded in emphatic fashion by scoring twice in Houston.

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