Chris Evans Reminded Fans About The New Captain America Amid Speculation He'll Be Returning To The Role

    "Sam Wilson is Captain America."

    It doesn't sound like Marvel fans should expect to see Chris Evans in the next Captain America movie.

    Chris as Captain America

    After much speculation about the future of the flick, Chris seemingly confirmed that Anthony Mackie will be taking the lead.

    Chris and Anthony pose together

    The actor made his thoughts known following a tweet from the Hollywood Reporter that implied it was "unclear if Chris Evans would reprise his role as the first #CaptainAmerica."

    Chris as Captain America

    "Sam Wilson is Captain America," Chris simply tweeted in response.

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    It all makes sense, considering Chris' Captain America passed the shield onto Anthony's Sam Wilson during the Disney+ miniseries The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

    Chris and Anthony wear workout clothing in a photo from the movie

    Prior to finally embracing the shield and rightfully claiming the title, Sam had served as the first Captain's sidekick Falcon.

    Anthony as Sam Wilson

    While the MCU may not be big enough for two Captain Americas, Chris says he's in full support of Anthony's new role.

    Chris and Anthony pose at a premiere

    "No one better to do it. I mean he does it justice, and I’m so proud of him, and I can’t wait to see what they do in the future with it," Chris told Yahoo! Entertainment.

    A closeup of Anthony and Chris

    Not much is known about Captain America 4, although it's set to be directed by filmmaker Julius Onah and written by Winter Soldier head writer Malcolm Spellman and Dalan Musson.

    Anthony as Sam Wilson, looking down at the shield

    Captain America 4 does not yet have a release date.