Cristiano Ronaldo actually wants to play at the 2026 World Cup, according to the latest reports.
The Portuguese will be 41 at the time, possibly still a player for Al Nassr.
Just imagine Cristiano stealing a World Cup spot from a breakout Portugal youngster who would deserve it way more than the obsessed veteran.
Some fans believe it's all because of Messi.
💭 JustAnEnglishman (Reddit): "Bro saw Messi get a World Cup and wanted one more chance."
💭 Hicko11 (Reddit): "He really doesn't want to retire before Messi, does he?"
💭 femithebutcher (Reddit): "Everything Ronaldo does is about Messi."
It is quite possible that Leo Messi will decide to retire earlier than Ronaldo – in 2024 or 2025. There is a slim chance that the Argentine will be part of his national team's squad for the 2026 World Cup.
