What Cristiano said to Messi in the tunnel before Spanish Super Cup

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• Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi shared a moment before the Spanish Super Cup’s first leg match
• Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off during the Spanish Super Cup match

On Sunday, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi crossed paths once more.

The Real Madrid and Barca aces shared a moment in the tunnel prior to kick-off, and what was said in that short moment has now been revealed.

Spotting Leo, Cristiano approached the five-time Ballon d’Or winner to greet him, saying (according to the Mirror): "How are you Leo?”

"Fine, and you?" was Messi’s response, as Ronaldo tapped the 30-year-old on his chest. The Euro 2016 winner also greeted Luis Suarez.

This is just another proof of the respect the two hold for each other.