Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo: How to watch PSG take on a Riyadh All-Star XI from Saudi Arabia
Two of the world's best footballing stars, Messi and Ronaldo, face off for what could be the final time on the world stage as PSG goes head-to-head with an All-Stars XI from Saudi Arabian clubs Al-Hilal and Al Nassr on Thursday (19 January). Here's what you need to know ahead of that game.
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Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are due to face each other for what could potentially be the last time the two meet on the world football stage on Thursday (19 January).
Messi, who won the FIFA World Cup with Argentina last month, is set to line up for his club side Paris Saint-Germain in a friendly against a Riyadh all-stars combined XI.
Ronaldo, who left Manchester United in December by mutual consent, is set to feature for his new club Al Nassr for the first time since signing, albeit unconventionally as they combine with fellow Saudi club Al-Hilal.
It will be the first time in just over two years the pair lock horns in a potential farewell for one of football's greatest rivalries as the two continue their journies on different continents.
Ahead of this clash of titans, here’s what you need to know about the highly-anticipated men's friendly fixture at King Fadh International Stadium.
When and where is Riyadh All-Star XI vs PSG friendly match?
This friendly encounter between French side PSG and the All-Star team composed of players from Riyadh clubs Al -Hilal and Al Nassr is scheduled for Thursday 19 January at the King Fahd Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The ground has a capacity of 68,752 and is likely to be packed out given the possibility of seeing both Messi and Ronaldo, and other superstars including PSG's Kylian Mbappe and Neymar.
Fans will be seated for a 20:00 local Mecca-time kick-off. That's 18:00 in Paris (CET), 17:00 in Lisbon and Madeira (GMT), and 14:00 in Buenos Aires (ART).
How to watch Messi v Ronaldo as PSG face All Star XI in Riyadh
If you're wondering how you can tune in to this exciting fixture, there's a handful of ways to witness Messi take on Ronaldo.
BeIN Sports Network holds the rights to show the game live across their channels worldwide.
PSG will also livestream the game on the club website, as it is part of their annual Middle East tour.