Heartbreak As Devastated Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez Announce Death of Their Son

• Cristiano Ronaldo and his girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez earlier announced that they were expecting a set of twins
• The couple are left devastated after the baby boy passed away during childbirth, sending shivers to fans across the world
• The Manchester United striker added that the death of a child is the biggest pain any parent can feel

Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez have announced the death of one of their newborn twins, as the male child passed away at childbirth.

In a devastating statement on social media on Monday evening, the couple stated that the survival of the baby girl is what gives them strength at the moment.

The couple also took time to appreciate the doctors and nurses who gave them all the support during the entire process.

Ronaldo and Georgina urged family, friends and well-wishers to allow them utmost privacy at this time which they have branded as "difficult".

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The statement said:

"It is with the deepest sadness that we announce the death of our baby.

"It's the biggest pain any parent can feel. Only the birth of our baby girl gives us the strength to live this moment with some hope and happiness.

"We would like to thank the doctors and nurses for all the care and support provided.

"We are devastated and ask for privacy at this very difficult time.

"Our boy, you are our angel. We will love you forever."

The 37-year-old forward is now a proud father of five children. His eldest son is 11-year-old Cristiano Jr., followed by 4-year-old twins Eva Maria and Mateo.

He also has a 3-year-old daughter named Alana Martina. The twins would have Cristiano’s fifth and sixth children; however, he confirmed they had lost their baby son.

How Ronaldo and Georgina prepared for the twins' arrival

Meanwhile, Sports Brief earlier reported that the family members of Cristiano Ronaldo look prepared for the arrival of their twins as shown in photos shared by pregnant Georgina Rodriguez on social media.

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Ronaldo was seen doing the pushchair duties, while Georgina was pictured with her huge baby bump, while another photo showed the moment her kids kiss her bulging tummy.

The 28-year-old beauty took the photos as the lovely family took a walk along with the Manchester United sensation, sharing them with her 35million Instagram followers.