World Cup 2026: Messi vs. Ronaldo Props Odds & Picks

There are few more potentially exciting prospects at this summer’s World Cup than a potential showdown between Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal and Lionel Messi’s Argentina.

The World Cup represents an end to the intense rivalry between the global superstars, with this year’s event likely to feature the last potential showdown between the two stars who are arguably the greatest soccer players of all time.

Fortunately, BetOnline offers a range of Messi vs. Ronaldo props odds to assess. You can find our picks for the markets here.

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Messi vs. Ronaldo: The Last Dance

This summer’s World Cup will likely represent the final time that Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi will be playing at the global soccer competition. Throughout the last 30 years, the stars have been locked in a heated rivalry, sharing records, trophies, and individual honors.

The start of their famed rivalry dates back to 2007, with Ronaldo’s Man United knocking Messi’s Barcelona out of the Champions League. Their head-to-head would see Messi hit back in 2009, with Barcelona beating Man United in the Champions League final.

However, the rivalry reached new heights in June 2009 when Ronaldo joined Real Madrid. Across the next nine years, the superstars would collide at least twice per season in La Liga, with both setting goalscoring records for their respective clubs.

While Messi would dominate in La Liga, Ronaldo would break new ground in the Champions League, with Real Madrid winning four European honors in a row between 2013 and 2018.

Meetings between the stars have been rare in recent years, with Ronaldo’s Juventus beating Messi’s PSG in the 2020-21 Champions League. The latest club clash saw Messi score once and Ronaldo score twice in an exhibition match between the Saudi Pro All-Stars and PSG in January 2023.

For many, the debate surrounding the GOAT was settled at the 2022 World Cup, as Messi guided Argentina to World Cup success. However, Ronaldo could renew the debate this year should Portugal win the World Cup, which would almost certainly mean eliminating Argentina on their way to the final.