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Published 09:43 IST, December 12th 2023

The Last Dance is set: Messi vs Ronaldo confirmed asĀ Inter Miami announce clash vs Al Nassr in Saudi

Inter Miami has announced a thrilling matchup as they will face Al-Nassr in February 2024, allowing a Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi clash.

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Lionel Messi (left) in action for Argentina and Cristiano Ronaldo (right) reacts while representing Portugal | Image: AP

Lionel Messi shocked the world after he joined Inter Miami. After his contract ended with PSG, the World Cup-winning striker pondered his options on where he could eventually wind up. Leo decided to join the David Beckham co-owned side, which left a monumental mark on the legacy of the MLS. While the soccer season in the US has turned cold due to the offseason, Inter Miami made a colossal announcement to hype things up as they head into the preseason.

Three things you need to know

  • Lionel Messi joined Inter Miami in July 2023  
  • The MLS has entered into an offseason
  • Inter Miami has announced a Saudi tour

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Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo: It's Al-Nassr vs Inter Miami next year

MLS' Inter Miami took to social media and added new matches to their preseason international tour. The Miami-based outfit has earned big time since Messi's entry, and it looks like the fans in Saudi will be in for a treat as they will witness the match-up of a lifetime.

Miami announced that they will take part in the Riyadh Season Cup, which will happen in a round-robin tournament format. Lionel Messi and Miami will face Al Hilal on Monday, Jan. 29, and then they will clash against Ronaldo. The MLS outfit will then run into Al-Nassr on Thursday, Feb. 1. 

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Leo vs Cristiano is set, but what about Messi vs Neymar?

It will be a treat for the Saudi football fans as they will finally witness the Messi Mania in Riyadh at the Kingdom Arena Stadium. Cristiano Ronaldo is in full force and has been in a stellar for the Saudi-based outfit. There is a certainty that Messi vs CR7 will take place.

In terms of Neymar, Messi's former PSG teammate, is now a part of Al Hilal. But the Brazilian striker is out of action after an ACL tear he sustained during international duty.

Updated 14:30 IST, December 12th 2023