Will Carlos Tevez December testimonial see Messi and Cristiano play on same team?

Carlos Tevez is organizing his farewell match at La Bombonera and both the Argentine and the Portuguese player have been invited to participate. Carlos Tevez is planning a big farewell. The former footballer is organizing a testimonial match next December at La Bombonera (home to Buenos Aires giants Boca Juniors) that will serve as a tribute to his successful career. Although the former Argentine international hung up his boots more than four years ago, his nearly immediate activity as a head coach postponed a send-off that now appears likely to be taking place towards the end of the year. In recent hours, several names on the guest list have been revealed. 'El Apache' plans to retire at a high-profile event surrounded by friends, among them both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, both former teammates of Tevez and by far the most notable players of the current century. Cristiano Ronaldo and Carlos Tevez with Manchester United. TOBY MELVILLE Following the news, a radio appearance Tevez made last May about the presence of Messi and Cristiano—and whether they would play as opponents or teammates—has resurfaced: 'We'll put them together on the same team. I'll go get Cristiano,' said the former striker who has played for the likes of Boca and both Manchester clubs among others. The greatest friendly match in history Tevez has played alongside absolute legends of the last decade. His spells at United, City, Juventus and the Argentine national side saw him share dressing rooms with many legends of the game. On the list of former teammates who are potential invitees are names like Rooney, Buffon, Scholes, Riquelme, Pirlo, Di María... all added to the aforementioned Messi and Cristiano. Without a doubt, the La Bombonera friendly game could be one of the most high profile friendlies of all time. 𝐌𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋𝐃𝐎 𝐓𝐎 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐘 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐒𝐀𝐌𝐄 𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐌? 😍😲 Carlos Tevez will hold his farewell match in December and has invited both Lionel Messi & Cristiano Ronaldo, according to TyC Sports. 👀📩 Tevez played 80 games alongside Cristiano at Man… pic.twitter.com/ACVhfHSg92 — 433 (@433) September 5, 2026 Related stories Get closer to the game! Whether you like your soccer of the European variety or that of this side of the pond, our AS USA app has it all. Dive into live coverage, expert insights, breaking news, exclusive videos, and more. Plus, stay updated on NFL, NBA and all other big sports stories as well as the latest in current affairs and entertainment. Download now for all-access coverage, right at your fingertips – anytime, anywhere. And there's more: check out our TikTok and Instagram reels for bite-sized visual takes on all the biggest soccer news and insights.