Lionel Messi and Sergio Ramos will share the pitch once again this week in a unique and nostalgic encounter. The 2025 MLS All-Star Game, held in Austin, Texas, will bring together top stars from MLS and Liga MX, setting the stage for a memorable reunion between two legends of El Clásico.

When and where is the 2025 MLS All-Star Game?

The event will take place at Q2 Stadium in Austin. The Skills Challenge is scheduled for Tuesday, followed by the All-Star match on Wednesday night, featuring international icons from both leagues in a festive, high-profile exhibition.

Messi vs Ramos: From rivals to teammates and back

Messi, now playing for Inter Miami, and Ramos, currently with CF Monterrey, shared a long history as fierce rivals during their time at Barcelona and Real Madrid. They also played together at Paris Saint-Germain between 2021 and 2023.

Their upcoming clash symbolizes more than just a friendly: it’s a moment filled with nostalgia for fans who watched them battle for a decade in LaLiga.

Who will feature alongside Messi and Ramos?

The MLS All-Star team includes names like Hirving "Chucky" Lozano (San Diego FC), Diego Rossi (Columbus Crew), Evander (FC Cincinnati), and Jordi Alba (Inter Miami).

For Liga MX, standout players include James Rodríguez (León), Alexis Vega (Toluca), and Sergio Canales (Monterrey). The Mexican squad will be managed by André Jardine (Club América), while Nico Estévez (Austin FC) leads the MLS side.

Messi’s red-hot form

Messi enters the All-Star break in phenomenal form, with 12 goals in his last seven matches, including six braces. He leads the 2025 MLS scoring chart with 18 goals in 18 games, tied with Sam Surridge of Nashville SC.

The event takes place just one week before the start of the 2025 Leagues Cup, which kicks off on Tuesday, July 29. All 18 MLS teams and 18 Liga MX clubs will compete in what’s expected to be one of the most competitive editions of the tournament.