Liv Morgan calls herself WWE’s Lionel Messi in Messi World Cup prediction

Liv Morgan has drawn a direct line between her own legacy and Lionel Messi’s final World Cup run, labeling herself the WWE version of the soccer superstar.

The comparison came during a Sports Illustrated sit-down this week ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Morgan was asked to name the WWE athlete who most resembles Messi, and she didn’t hesitate before pointing to herself.

What did Liv Morgan say about Messi and the World Cup?

Morgan told Sports Illustrated she is “the greatest Women’s World Champion of all time, the Liv Morgan,” when asked to pick the WWE equivalent of Messi. She also backed Argentina to repeat as champions in the final, joining fellow WWE star Cody Rhodes in backing Messi’s side.

The 2026 World Cup final marks Messi’s last tournament before retirement, and a second straight title would cap his career on a high note. Spain, however, arrives as defending European champions after their Euro 2024 triumph and as a squad in peak form.

Why does Liv Morgan’s Messi comparison matter now?

Morgan’s self-proclaimed title as WWE’s Messi arrives as she pushes for her own historic run in the squared circle. Her remarks underscore the crossover appeal she’s building beyond wrestling, tying her brand to global icons like Messi at a moment when the 2026 World Cup is dominating sports headlines.

The interview also puts Morgan in the same conversation as Rhodes, who chose Argentina in his own World Cup pick. The dual shout-outs from WWE’s top stars add a fresh layer to the buildup to the final, giving fans another reason to watch.

What’s next for Liv Morgan after the Messi moment?

Morgan’s focus remains on WWE action, where she continues to chase championship gold and headline spots. Her Messi comparison is likely to fuel more fan engagement and media chatter, especially as the World Cup final nears.

With the 2026 World Cup final just days away, Morgan’s bold claim gives wrestling fans a talking point that stretches from the ring to the pitch. Whether Argentina can finish the job or Spain has the firepower to stop them will play out under the lights at MetLife Stadium on July 19.

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