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Nov 2022
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Messi & Ronaldo: The World Cup Last Danc...

THE ATHLETIC
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Mark Chapman is joined by Carl Anka, Andy Mitten and Spanish football writer Dermot Corrigan to debate whether either Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo can finally claim FIFA World Cup glory, in Qatar.

The panel look back through the international careers of both Messi and Ronaldo debating and analysing their impact on their national sides' fortunes and the struggle for both to perform to their highest on the international scene.

Who is better set for glory in Qatar is also discussed as well as whether or not World Cup victory for one over the other will finally settle the great debate over who is the greatest.

Produced by Guy Clarke


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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