“If I score against Messi in the Club World Cup, I will do Ronaldo’s ‘Siu’” - Al Ahly star reveals plan to taunt Lionel Messi
Al Ahly midfielder Mohamed Magdy has promised to reproduce Cristiano Ronaldo's notorious 'Siu' celebration if he scores against Lionel Messi's Inter Miami. Both sides are set to face off in the FIFA Club World Cup group stage on June 14.
The Egyptian midfielder has brought some personal drama to his side's first match of the tournament at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. The match is a part of the enlarged 32-team format FIFA Club World Cup from June 14 through July 13 in several U.S. cities.
In an interview with OnTime Sports, Magdy named the Portugal legend as his role model and revealed (via Soccer Laduma):
"My role model is Cristiano Ronaldo. I try to do everything he does to stay fit, and if I score against Messi in the Club World Cup, I will do Ronaldo's 'Siu' celebration."
Award-laden powerhouse club Al Ahly will enter the tournament with a reputation for delivering phenomenal performances in cup competitions. They have won the CAF Champions League 12 times. They will be seen as strong contenders to cause trouble for Lionel Messi and Inter Miami in the FIFA Club World Cup.
When Lionel Messi opened up about rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo
Lionel Messi recently looked back on his legendary battle with Cristiano Ronaldo as a "beautiful time" that took both of them to greater heights. Together, the pair dominated the Ballon d'Or awards over the years, from 2008 until 2023, splitting 13 between them.
Messi was undoubtedly the winner of the Ballon d'Or race, as he clinched eight awards. Their fierce competition was best seen while they played against each other in Spain. Messi tallied 672 goals and provided 303 assists on 778 appearances in Barcelona, while the Portugal legend tallied 450 goals and provided 131 assists on 438 games in Real Madrid.
Lionel Messi said, in a recent interview with the Ballon d'Or channel on X (via FlashScore):
"It was always a battle. In sporting terms, it was very beautiful. We pushed each other to be better because we are both extremely competitive. He always wanted to win everything, and so did I. It was a beautiful time for us and for people who love football."
Now, the two players have continued to play outside Europe. Lionel Messi shows up for Inter Miami, while Ronaldo is in Saudi Arabia with Al Nassr. The legendary Argentine playmaker has led the Herons to the Supporters' Shield and the Leagues Cup. Meanwhile, his Portuguese counterpart has led Nassr to the Arab Club Champions Cup.
