Siuuu: Cristiano Ronaldo's Most Legendary Celebration Marks its 10th Anniversary

Siuuu: Cristiano Ronaldo's Most Legendary Celebration Marks its 10th Anniversary

Isaac Darko
updated at August 10, 2023 at 12:00 PM
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  • Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated with 'Siuuu' for the first time in August 2013
  • That style came after he scored against Chelsea in a pre-season friendly
  • More recently, Ronaldo hit a 'Siuuu' after scoring from the spot for Al-Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo's illustrious career is comprised of numerous significant moments, from winning tournaments and trophies at various levels to blockbuster moves and bitter fallouts.

While the 38-year-old may no longer be in his prime as a football maestro, one fact must be acknowledged: he has pioneered possibly the most iconic celebration in modern football.

The famous celebration - known as 'Siuuu' - involves Ronaldo leaping into the air (sometimes turning mid-flight), before descending with outstretched arms and landing in an A-pose with a passionate shout.

Cristiano Ronaldo performing the 'Siuuu' celebration for Al-Nassr, Real Madrid, and Manchester United as the style turns 10 years old.
Cristiano Ronaldo did the famous 'Siuuu' celebration for the first time after scoring against Chelsea in a pre-season friendly in the USA. Credit: @madridxtra
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This distinctive celebration came into existence a full decade ago, at a time when it appeared his goal-scoring prowess would never wane, per Marca.

It was during Ronaldo's storied time with Real Madrid that he would perform one of the most enduring goal celebrations, with the event unfolding on August 7, 2013.

This manoeuvre continues to be the most replicated across the global sports landscape, including most recently by his newest teammate, Sadio Mane.

A decade after the Portuguese legend shouted 'Siuuu' for the first time, he has done it a reported 479 times more.

This remarkable feat can be attributed to Ronaldo's remarkable ability to find the net while wearing the jerseys of various teams, including Real Madrid, Portugal's Selecao, Manchester United, Juventus, and his current club, Al-Nassr.

Ronaldo's goal-scoring journey after 'Siuuu'

Per Madrid Universal, Ronaldo has netted 249 times for Real Madrid, 101 times for Juventus, 85 times for Portugal, 27 times for Manchester United, and 18 times for Al-Nassr since that moment.

One thing is certain: while the Portuguese veteran may be nearing the tail end of his professional football career, his place among the greats - and the legacy of the 'Siuuu' - will be etched into history.

Ronaldo praises Al-Nassr teammates

Earlier, Sports Brief reported on Ronaldo praising his Al-Nassr teammates after he led the Saudi Arabian club into the Arab Club Champions Cup final.

The 38-year-old scored the only goal of the semi-final as Al Nassr defeated Iraqi champions, Al-Shorta, to book a shot at glory against rivals, Al-Hilal.

Following their victory in the Arab Cup, Ronaldo - the former Man United and Real Madrid forward - praised both his teammates and fans of the team.

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Isaac Darko is a La Liga, Ligue 1 and Bundesliga editor at Sports Brief with a Degree in Journalism and Communications from Ghana Institute of Journalism (2010)
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