As his long-time rivalry with Messi continues to define an era, fans and pundits alike have asked the same question—will Ronaldo be there? The answer has finally arrived. The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is shaping up to be one of the most spectacular soccer events in recent history.

Cristiano Ronaldo is undoubtedly one of the greatest soccer players of all time. Over the course of his career, he had a sporting rivalry with Lionel Messi.

Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed that he has rejected offers to play at the Club World Cup this summer and admits it would be ‘very difficult’ to play alongside Lionel Messi before his career is over. The 40-year-old’s contract with Al-Nassr is due to expire at the end of this month,