No, neither Cristiano Ronaldo nor Lionel Messi will be playing in this year's World Cup. Ronaldo's Portugal team and Messi's Argentina team failed to qualify for the tournament.
Though Ronaldo has been a regular in the World Cup since 2004, this will be the first time he's absent from the tournament since 2006. It will also be the first time Messi has not played in the World Cup since he made his debut in 2006.
The 2018 tournament will be the first time in 12 years that the two players will not be playing in the competition. Their absence is a huge blow to the tournament as Ronaldo and Messi are arguably the two best footballers in the world.
Ronaldo and Messi have been involved in some of the most memorable matches in World Cup history, and their presence will certainly be missed in Russia this summer. However, there are plenty of other talented players from around the world who will be showcasing their skills.
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