Tevez Farewell Match
Carlos Tevez Invites Lionel Messi And Cristiano Ronaldo To Buenos Aires Farewell Match
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Boca Juniors president and former Tevez teammate Juan Román Riquelme reportedly approved the use of La Bombonera for the farewell match after Tevez contacted him about the event.
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The proposed event would be held at La Bombonera, which has a reported capacity of about 57,000 spectators, adding the possibility of a large public celebration to the planned guest-only football spectacle.
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Reports describe the match as a 'rest of the world' format, with Tevez intending to assemble one side from friends and former teammates and an opposing team made up of other players he shared time with.
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Other possible participants mentioned in connection with the celebration include former goalkeepers Edwin van der Sar and Gianluigi Buffon and former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand.
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Tevez has reportedly remained in contact with Messi and Ronaldo through WhatsApp; when asked about persuading Ronaldo to attend, he said: "I'll go get him myself."
Carlos Tevez is planning a farewell match at Boca Juniors' La Bombonera stadium in December 2026, with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly invited to play. Sports Illustrated reports that the event could feature about 60 former teammates and friends from Tevez's storied career. If both football legends attend, they would share the pitch together for the first time.
The farewell will follow a 'rest of the world' format, with Tevez assembling squads from players he's known throughout his playing life. Proposed dates center around December 12-13 or 19-20, pending Boca Juniors' schedule. Tevez remains in contact with both Messi and Ronaldo via WhatsApp, joking that he'd "go get" Ronaldo himself if needed to secure his attendance.
A Stadium Ready for Football Royalty
La Bombonera holds about 57,000 spectators, creating the possibility of a massive public celebration alongside the guest-only match. Sports Illustrated reports that Boca Juniors president Juan Román Riquelme — himself a former Tevez teammate — has already approved the use of the iconic venue. This adds a layer of legitimacy and official backing to the December 2026 event.
Messi and Ronaldo: Rivals on the Same Team
Tevez played alongside Messi for Argentina's national team and partnered with Ronaldo at Manchester United. The two superstars have never shared a pitch as teammates during their professional careers. Their participation remains unconfirmed, but Sports Illustrated notes that Tevez has maintained ongoing contact with both players through direct messaging.
Star-Studded Squad Includes Football Legends
Beyond Messi and Ronaldo, Sports Illustrated mentions other potential participants. Former Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar and legendary Juventus keeper Gianluigi Buffon are among those reportedly considered. Defender Rio Ferdinand, another ex-United standout who played with Tevez, could also feature in the December celebration.
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