Cristiano Ronaldo destroys Istiqlol defender with filthy nutmeg in AFC Champions League tie: Video
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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.
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.
Cristiano Ronaldo destroys Istiqlol defender with filthy nutmeg in AFC Champions League tie: Video
FootballCurrently 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."
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.
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FootballAs he reached Ronaldo, he mimicked his idol's gesture, performing the 'Siuu' right in front of the originator of the widely recognized celebration.
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.