Rivals: Messi v Ronaldo (2026)
As football entered a new era of global prominence, two players emerged who would redefine not just greatness but the sport itself. This film looks at two individuals who didn’t just dominate their era – they created one. For over a decade, their rivalry transcended clubs, countries and competitions, becoming the defining story of modern football – reshaping how the game was played, consumed and debated across the world.
Director: Alex Armstead
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Lionel Messi as Self |
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Cristiano Ronaldo as Self |
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Xavi as Self |
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Sergio Busquets as Self |
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Rio Ferdinand as Self |
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Ángel Di María as Self |
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Cesc Fàbregas as Self |
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Pablo Zabaleta as Self |
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Lucas Vázquez as Self |
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Emiliano Martínez as Self |
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Txiki Begiristain as Self |
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Rene Meulensteen as Self |
| Camera | Ryan Day | Camera Operator |
| Camera | Juan Domínguez | Camera Operator |
| Camera | Victor Martin Gros | Camera Operator |
| Camera | Stephen Pook | Camera Operator |
| Camera | Alex South | Camera Operator |
| Camera | Sean Twamley | Camera Operator |
| Production | Kristian Reed | Producer |
| Production | Mandii Kuller | Producer |
| Production | Sarah Cook | Executive Producer |
| Production | Marc Vesty | Executive Producer |
| Editing | Gregory Emmerson | Editor |
| Directing | Alex Armstead | Director |
| Production | Alex Armstead | Producer |
