Morocco: Cristiano Ronaldo Generously Gives Out His Plush Hotel As Shelter for Earthquake Victims

• Cristiano Ronaldo’s Pestana CR7 hotel in Morocco has been approved as a refuge site for survivors of the earthquake
• The 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck through Morocco on Friday night
• The tragic disaster has taken the lives of over 1,000 people while displacing many more

Cristiano Ronaldo has generously opened his Hotel Pestana CR7 to provide refuge for those impacted by the recent earthquake in Morocco.

The renowned Portugal and Al-Nassr footballer, who possesses a chain of hotels spanning Europe and the Middle East, made this compassionate gesture in response to the devastating quake.

Reports from state media via Al Jazeera indicate that the earthquake, with a magnitude of 6.8, has tragically claimed the lives of at least 1,037 people and left 1,200 individuals injured in the North African country.

The global community, including world leaders and the football world, has extended its sympathy and support to the affected nation.

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As part of the collective effort to alleviate the suffering of earthquake victims, Ronaldo has offered his hotel to serve as makeshift accommodations, bolstering international relief efforts, according to a report by CristianoXtra on the X App.

In a parallel display of solidarity, Morocco and PSG defender Achraf Hakimi, along with his national team compatriots, are donating blood to assist those in need in the aftermath of this tragic earthquake.

He said, as quoted by Eurofoot: "The priority is to give blood to people in critical situations. Donating blood is everyone's responsibility to save as many lives as possible."

Hakimi's heartfelt message to earthquake victims

Achraf Hakimi has conveyed a sincere message of empathy and hope to the victims of the catastrophic earthquake that struck Morocco on Friday night.

The talented footballer, who proudly represents the Moroccan national team, utilized social media as a platform to extend his heartfelt sentiments to the inhabitants of the North African nation.

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"We feel a difficult moment for our loved ones. It's raining temperatures to save as many views as possible. There are many condolences to everyone who are here.

"We are living through difficult times, and our thoughts are all with the injured and the families of the victims.

"We all cooperate and contribute to saving the wounded by donating blood. We belong to Allah and to Him we shall return," wrote Hakimi on X.

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Earlier, Sports Brief conveyed the unfortunate news that Christian Atsu Twasam, the Ghanaian winger who played for Hatayspor, has been discovered deceased in the aftermath of the earthquake in Turkey.

Regrettably, the Black Stars winger lost his life 12 days after becoming trapped beneath debris following the destructive earthquake that struck the city of Hatay. He passed away at the age of 31.