Bosnian Footie Fan Salutes Ronaldo for Making the World “A Better” Place Ahead of Euro 2024 Showdown

Bosnian Footie Fan Salutes Ronaldo for Making the World “A Better” Place Ahead of Euro 2024 Showdown

Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
updated at October 16, 2023 at 6:10 PM
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  • Cristiano Ronaldo has been credited for making the world a "better place"
  • The Portugal and Al-Nassr superstar is often described as the perfect role model for the younger generation
  • Ahead of Portugal's Euro 2024 Qualifier, Ronaldo received recognition from a Bosnian fan

A young football enthusiast penned a heart-melting message to Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of Portugal's Euro 2024 Qualifier against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Monday, October 16.

After securing his 124th and 125th goals in international men's football against Slovakia last Friday, Ronaldo aims to add Bosnia to his list of triumphs, having guided Portugal to early qualification for next summer's tournament.

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The 38-year-old has demonstrated scintillating form throughout the year and has the opportunity to surpass Manchester City's prolific scorer Erling Haaland as the outright top scorer in 2023 if he finds the net against the Dragons.

Currently standing at 38 goals for both club and country, per MessivsRonaldo, he looks forward to the encounter with the Southeastern European side, who have struggled in their quest for qualification for the European Championship in Germany next year.

Leading up to Portugal's final match in the October international break, fans have showered the Al-Nassr star with profound adoration.

Among the displays of affection towards the esteemed Portuguese legend, a young football fan, presumably in his teens, proudly displayed a placard bearing a heartfelt message.

He wrote, as cited by CritianoXtra on X (formerly called Twitter): "Cristiano, thank you for making the world a better place."

Pitch invader takes Ronaldo by surprise

In a similar expression of love to Ronaldo, Sports Brief reported that Portugal's Euro 2024 Qualifier against Slovakia was marked by a heartwarming incident involving an enthusiastic pitch invader.

Successfully evading the security protocol at Estadio do Dragao, the young fan, sporting a Portugal jersey and dark shorts, dashed towards the five-time Ballon d'Or winner to share a unique and unforgettable moment with him.

As he reached Ronaldo, he mimicked his idol's gesture, performing the 'Siuu' right in front of the originator of the widely recognized celebration.

Bruno Fernandes heaps praise on Ronaldo

After Portugal's successful qualification for the Euro 2024, Sports Brief reported on Bruno Fernandes honouring Cristiano Ronaldo with praise.

Highlighting Ronaldo's significance to the Portugal squad, the United skipper emphasized how the five-time Ballon d'Or winner has elevated Portugal's standing in the global football arena. The midfielder also articulated his admiration for Ronaldo's contributions.

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Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe is a Ligue 1, Bundesliga, and La Liga editor with five-year experience. He previously worked with Sports Corna and 360SportsGH.
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