Cristiano Ronaldo Celebrates Former Real Madrid Teammate Marcelo After Copa Libertadores Victory

• Marcelo Vieira recently clinched the Copa Libertadores title with Fluminense
• The ex-Real Madrid captain has been showered with a flurry of praises since the win
• Cristiano Ronaldo has taken to Instagram to celebrate the mercurial defender

The friendship between Al-Nassr star, Cristiano Ronaldo and current Fluminense left-back, Marcelo Vieira is widely apparent.

These two superstars, who once defined an era on the left flank of one of Real Madrid's most devastating attacking teams in the club's history, share a bond that extends beyond the confines of the football field.

Occasionally, both players pay homage to each other by replicating each other's goal celebrations or spending time together off the field, even after their time together at the Spanish giants.

The connection between these football icons has stayed strong, even as both players moved on from the La Liga giants to other clubs.

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In the latest episode of their enduring friendship, Ronaldo congratulated his friend after Marcelo secured the Copa Libertadores title with his boyhood club, Fluminense.

Ronaldo celebrates Marcelo

According to reports from ESPN, Marcelo played a pivotal role in leading Fluminense to their first-ever Copa Libertadores title by defeating Argentine side Boca Juniors. Despite being reduced to 10 men, goals from Germán Cano and John Kennedy ensured Marcelo's side won their maiden Copa Libertadores crown.

To celebrate his team's victory, the 35-year-old posted a photo of his family with the Copa Libertadores trophy on his Instagram page, accompanied by the caption "Doze Family."

Among the numerous reactions to the post, Ronaldo's comment stood out and grabbed the attention of many. The Al-Nassr captain wrote "Parabens Crake" under Marcelo's post.

This gesture by the Portuguese superstar has once again highlighted the flourishing friendship between the two.

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It's worth noting that Marcelo reciprocated with a similar show of support when Ronaldo secured his maiden title with Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr.

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Marcelo reacts after Copa Libertadores win

Sports Brief also reported on Marcelo's reaction after clinching Copa Libertadores victory with his boyhood club Fluminense.

The Brazilian left-back played a pivotal role for his boyhood club as they defeated Boca Juniors 2-1 to win the competition for the first time in their history.