Video of Heartwarming Moment Ronaldo Meets Syrian Boy Who Survived the Earthquake Emerges

Video of Heartwarming Moment Ronaldo Meets Syrian Boy Who Survived the Earthquake Emerges

Lukman Mumuni
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:27 PM
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  • A young Syrian boy has finally met his football idol Cristiano Ronaldo
  • Nabil Saeed survived the earthquake which struck in Syria and Turkey
  • Ronaldo inspired Al-Nassr to a comeback victory over Al Batin recently

Nabil Saeed, a Syrian boy who survived the devastating earthquake which hit Turkey and Syria on February 6, has finally met his idol, Cristiano Ronaldo.

He was invited by Al-Nassr and their newest star to watch the game against Al Batin at the King Saud University Stadium, which Ronaldo's team won 3-1.

Saeed's first words after being rescued from under the rubble was expressing his desire to meet the former Manchester United player.

Cristiano Ronaldo, Saudi Arabia, Nabil Saeed, Syria
Cristiano Ronaldo has met a young fan who survived the Turkey and Syria earthquake. Credit: @ArabNewsjp @AlNassrFC_EN
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The boy's wish was granted after the footage of his rescue went viral.

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In a video shared on social media, Saeed, who was clearly star-struck, is seen hugging and having a few words with Ronaldo.

"When I saw Ronaldo, I thought it was a dream. I didn't believe myself. When this dream would end, I didn't know. I pray to God that it will not be a dream," Saeed told Reuters.
"I wish everyone could see Ronaldo. He is very nice person."

The earthquake reportedly claimed over 50,000 lives while many have been left homeless.

Ronaldo has sent support in the form of aid to the people displaced by the disaster.

Ronaldo's children enjoy Rema's song

Sports Brief also reported on Ronaldo's children getting a taste of Afrobeats music during an awesome video online.

The superstar's progeny were seen vibing to the hit track Calm Down by Rema, one of Nigeria's most popular musicians.

The song is currently receiving global recognition and the video proves music is a tool to unite people the world over.

Al-Nassr beat Al Batin

Sports Brief also reported on Ronaldo's goal-scoring run ending in Al-Nassr's dramatic 3-1 victory against rock-bottom Al-Batin on Friday at MrSool Park.

The 38-year-old was expected to crown his remarkable performance in the month of February, which was sealed with the Player of the Month award.

Despite going unbeaten in the previous month and with home support, Al-Nassr were stunned briefly by a visiting team which has one once this season.

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Lukman Abdul Mumin is a Sports Journalist based in Accra, Ghana. He has been writing for the past five years. Lukman joined Sports Brief as an Editor for the Local Desk in 2022.
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