World Cup 2022: Ronaldo, Family Spotted Leaving Qatar on Private Jet

World Cup 2022: Ronaldo, Family Spotted Leaving Qatar on Private Jet

Ibitoye Shittu
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:20 PM
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  • Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal have crashed out of the 2022 FIFA World Cup
  • The former Man United star and his family have now left Qatar by private jet
  • The veteran striker has been linked to a mega money move to Saudi Arabia

An emotional video has emerged on social media of Cristiano Ronaldo and members of his family at the airport in Qatar, leaving after Portugal's exit from the 2022 World Cup.

Portugal's defeat against Morocco in the quarter-final of the tournament was a painful one for Ronaldo, who was seen breaking down in tears while going to the dressing room.

The former Real Madrid star has won many titles in his career and it is only the World Cup that is still missing in his cabinet.

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Cristiano Ronaldo cut an emotional figure after Portugal were knocked out of the 2022 World Cup by a gallant Morocco. Photo by Alexander Hassenstein.
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With the elimination of the Portugal from the Qatar World Cup, the quarter-final of this year's competition could be Ronaldo's final appearance for his country, even though he has not made any official statement on his future.

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Ronaldo's departure from Qatar

According to the video spotted on YouTube and one Ronaldo's partner Georgina posted on her Instagram story, the superstar and his family members were seen with their bags while heading into the private jet.

What is next for Ronaldo?

As things stand now, the veteran striker will likely take some rest before announcing where he will continue his football career in January.

His contract was recently terminated by Manchester United, and there have been reports linking him with a high-stakes move to Saudi Arabia.

Okocha sends message to Ronaldo

Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how former Nigerian international Jay-Jay Okocha sent a message to Ronaldo, stating some things are not meant to be, after Portugal crashed out of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

North African side Morocco put on a sensational performance to defeat the Selecao 1-0, ending the 37-year-old's dreams of winning a World Cup title.

Okocha, who was on punditry duties with broadcast station SuperSport, commented on what is likely the final Mundial appearance of the football icon.

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