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Messi’s international farewell and the uncertainty surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo mark a new chapter for the two legends. The Argentine has brought his career with his national team to a close after more than two decades. For the Portuguese star, what comes next with Portugal remains uncertain.
At the end of Messi’s international journey, PA Media reviewed the main figures for the two stars with their respective national teams, Argentina and Portugal.
The contrast between the two situations is clear: Messi has concluded his international career, while Ronaldo’s future is not settled. Both players have also won major titles with their national teams. Messi won the World Cup in 2022, as well as the Copa América in 2021 and 2024. Ronaldo won Euro 2016 with Portugal, followed by the Nations League in 2019 and 2025.
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