Carlos Tévez, the Argentine football idol, could have a very special last match in 2026. The former Manchester United striker is planning his farewell match at La Bombonera, home to Boca Juniors. The “Apache” would like to bring together Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo on the same pitch.
After his retirement in 2022, Carlos Tevez would look for a memory for life. According to information from Emiliano Raddi, the “Apache” would be requesting a space on the agenda of La Bombonera so that its farewell match can be developed. This would be directly with Juan Román Riquelme. Everything would be on the right track.
“Carlos Tévez will make his farewell at La Bombonera in December. Tévez spoke to Riquelme and asked to say goodbye to La Bombonera at the end of the year. The president of Boca gave the OK and advances in the organization,” the report says.
Although there is no established date, it is expected that this match in tribute would take place on December 19.
The same report details that among the possible guests are Cristiano Ronaldo, Tévez's companion at Manchester United, and Lionel Messi, team-mate at Albiceleste. This would be an unforgettable meeting to close in 2026.
Other media such as ESPN adds the possible presence of other important players who shared with Carlos Tevez in his career. Among them are Wayne Rooney, Andrea Pirlo and Juan Román Riquelme, president of Boca Juniors.
According to data from Transfermarkt, Carlos Tévez played 279 matches with Boca Juniors. The former Argentine player made 94 goals and 56 assists during his internship for the Xeneize team. Tevez played more than 20,000 minutes with the club.
The most moving moment of Boca’s arrival in San Juan: a little fanatic, totally discouraged by meeting her great idol, Carlos Tevez. The mother, who was listening deeply, could not believe it. pic.twitter.com/0w44JwxA3z
With Boca Juniors, Carlos Tévez won seven national titles and four continental trophies, including a South American, a Libertadores and an Intercontinental Cup.
