The clash is part of Riyadh Season, a state-sponsored festival showcasing Saudi Arabia's rich culture & heritage.
Messi, now with Inter Miami, secured his eighth Ballon d'Or, a historic achievement as the first active MLS player to receive this honor.
Ronaldo, at Al Nassr since January 2023, displays remarkable goal-scoring prowess, building anticipation for the match.
Neymar's Al Hilal is also in the tournament, though Neymar may not play due to ongoing recovery from injury.
- In the 2023 Riyadh Cup, Messi and Ronaldo, representing PSG and the Riyadh All-Star team, had a thrilling 5-4 victory for PSG.
Turki Alalshikh, chairman of the SGEA, expresses excitement for the tournament, anticipating the global interest it will generate.