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Sony Pictures has unveiled a surprise Spider-Man: Brand New Day video featuring Tom Holland's Peter Parker and Lionel Messi. Here's why the crossover has everyone talking.

Actor Tom Holland's Spider-Man is back in action, this time alongside football superstar Lionel Messi. Sony Pictures has unveiled a new promotional video for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, bringing together the beloved web-slinger and the Argentine icon in a surprise crossover tied to the FIFA World Cup 2026.
The fun clip features Holland's Peter Parker sharing the screen with Messi in a light-hearted encounter that blends superhero thrills with football fever.
What happens in the new teaser?
The short promo opens with Peter Parker speaking to a friend on the phone while sitting in a cafe. Moments later, Messi walks in carrying a Spidey-Tracker as he searches for the friendly neighbourhood superhero.
Peter quickly slips away to change into his Spider-Man suit before returning to take the football star on a web-swing across the city. The playful sequence ends with the pair soaring above the skyline, offering fans a fun crossover between the Marvel universe and the FIFA World Cup.
Watch the teaser here:
The crossover comes ahead of Argentina's FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash against Cape Verde, with Lionel Scaloni's side aiming to defend its world title. The timing is significant as Messi heads into the knockout stage as the tournament's leading goalscorer with six goals.
What else is being reported about the film?
Alongside the teaser, a fresh report from entertainment insider Alex Perez of The Cosmic Circus claims that Tom Holland is now playing a bigger role in the creative process of the Spider-Man franchise. According to the report, Holland's involvement is said to be similar to the creative input Tom Hiddleston had during the development of Loki.
While no further details have been revealed, the report has sparked speculation about Spider-Man's future in the Marvel Cinematic Universe beyond Avengers: Secret Wars.
When will Spider-Man: Brand New Day release?
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton from a screenplay by Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers. The film is produced by Kevin Feige, Amy Pascal, Avi Arad and Rachel O'Connor.
The cast includes Tom Holland, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Jacob Batalon, Jon Bernthal, Tramell Tillman, Michael Mando and Mark Ruffalo. The film is scheduled to release in theatres on July 31, 2026.
Actor Tom Holland's Spider-Man is back in action, this time alongside football superstar Lionel Messi. Sony Pictures has unveiled a new promotional video for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, bringing together the beloved web-slinger and the Argentine icon in a surprise crossover tied to the FIFA World Cup 2026.
The fun clip features Holland's Peter Parker sharing the screen with Messi in a light-hearted encounter that blends superhero thrills with football fever.
What happens in the new teaser?
The short promo opens with Peter Parker speaking to a friend on the phone while sitting in a cafe. Moments later, Messi walks in carrying a Spidey-Tracker as he searches for the friendly neighbourhood superhero.
Peter quickly slips away to change into his Spider-Man suit before returning to take the football star on a web-swing across the city. The playful sequence ends with the pair soaring above the skyline, offering fans a fun crossover between the Marvel universe and the FIFA World Cup.
Watch the teaser here:
The crossover comes ahead of Argentina's FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash against Cape Verde, with Lionel Scaloni's side aiming to defend its world title. The timing is significant as Messi heads into the knockout stage as the tournament's leading goalscorer with six goals.
What else is being reported about the film?
Alongside the teaser, a fresh report from entertainment insider Alex Perez of The Cosmic Circus claims that Tom Holland is now playing a bigger role in the creative process of the Spider-Man franchise. According to the report, Holland's involvement is said to be similar to the creative input Tom Hiddleston had during the development of Loki.
While no further details have been revealed, the report has sparked speculation about Spider-Man's future in the Marvel Cinematic Universe beyond Avengers: Secret Wars.
When will Spider-Man: Brand New Day release?
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton from a screenplay by Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers. The film is produced by Kevin Feige, Amy Pascal, Avi Arad and Rachel O'Connor.
The cast includes Tom Holland, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Jacob Batalon, Jon Bernthal, Tramell Tillman, Michael Mando and Mark Ruffalo. The film is scheduled to release in theatres on July 31, 2026.