Messi and Ronaldo Share “The Wiener Cup” as 2025 Footballers of the Year

In an unprecedented moment in football history, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have been jointly awarded the 2025 Wiener Cup for Footballer of the Year. The two legends, who have defined an era of the sport, accepted the honor together, marking a rare show of unity between longtime rivals.

Fans around the world celebrated the decision, with social media exploding in tributes, memes, and nostalgic videos of the duo’s best moments. Organizers of the award praised both players for their continued excellence, sportsmanship, and contributions to the global game — even in the later stages of their careers.

“It’s an honor to share this with Cristiano,” Messi said during the ceremony. Ronaldo echoed the sentiment: “We’ve pushed each other to be better for almost two decades. This is for the fans as much as it is for us.”

The Wiener Cup trophy, humorously named but highly coveted, will be displayed for one year before being returned for the 2026 competition.