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  • Ronaldo finally proposes to lover after 9 years

    Ronaldo finally proposes to lover after 9 years

    Portuguese football icon, Cristiano Ronaldo recently engaged his longtime partner, Georgina Rodriguez.

    Georgina confirmed her engagement to football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo with a post on social media, writing on Monday evening saying: “Yes I do. In this and in all my lives.”

    They have two children together, with Rodriguez also acting as stepmother to his other three kids. There have been constant questions about when they intend to tie the knot, with the 40-year-old finally popping the question.

    On her Netflix reality show ‘I Am Georgina’, the 31-year-old said her friends are always asking about the happy couple’s plans. She revealed: “They’re always joking about the wedding. ‘When is the wedding?

    “Since Jennifer Lopez’s song The Ring Or When came out, they started singing it to me. And well, this is not up to me.”

    Despite not officially confirming their marriage, Ronaldo has often referred to Georgina as his ‘wife’.

    In December, at the 2024 Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai, the Al Nassr striker said: “It’s a big pleasure to win this trophy. My oldest son is here, my wife [Georgina] is here.”

    Earlier this year, when celebrating her birthday, Ronaldo posted on social media: “For the mother, partner, friend, my wife… happy birthday, love. Your light illuminates us and your love infects us.”

    The couple met at a Gucci store in 2016, with the ex-Manchester United superstar admitting that it was a case of love at first sight. “She’s a fantastic person. Yes, it is [true love]. Yes, it was [like magic meeting for the first time]. Gio is part of me. She helps me so much.,” he told Piers Morgan in an interview in 2019.

    “Of course, I’m in love with her. She’s the mum of my kids. I’m so passionate for her. She’s my friend, we have conversations. I open my heart to her. She opened her heart to me. [She’s the greatest love of my life]… Why not [get married]. Not now! Not in this interview. Why not, one day… We’ll one day, for sure. It’s my mum’s dream.”

  • It doesn’t make sense – Ronaldo mourns sudden death of Diogo Jota

    It doesn’t make sense – Ronaldo mourns sudden death of Diogo Jota

    Cristiano Ronaldo has taken to social media to mourn  the sudden demise of  Diogo Jota, saying “it doesn’t make sense”

    Diogo Jota, 28, who is one of the most prominent members of the national team lost his life alongside his brother, André Silva, 26, in a ghastly motor accident in Spain.

    The deaths of Jota and his brother Andre Silva, also a professional footballer who played for Penafiel, were announced by the Portuguese Football Federation.

    According to reports in Spain, the two men died after a car in which they were travelling crashed in Zamora, Spain.

    Reacting, Ronaldo wrote on social media: “It doesn’t make sense. We were just together in the national team, and you had just gotten married. To your family, your wife and your children, I send my condolences and wish them all the strength in the world. I know you will always be with them. Rest in peace, Diogo and André. We will all miss you.”

  • How Cristiano Ronaldo stood me up after honouring his invitation – Davido

    How Cristiano Ronaldo stood me up after honouring his invitation – Davido

    Nigerian singer, David Adeleke better known as Davido has opened up about how Portuguese professional footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo invited him to watch a match at Old Trafford years back.

    Recounting the experience, the singer via the microblogging Tiwtter now known as X, on Tuesday said the footballer had booked a dinner and all for him. Unfortunately, he lost the match and angrily went home.

    The 32-year-old singer noted that he hasn’t forgiven the footballer since the incident.

    The tweet reads: “Football ehn fit give person BP. I remember when CR7 personally invited me to watch the match at Old Trafford a couple of years ago. He don book dinner ALL! Party, chillin, etc. Nah, so dem go lose match. BABA VEX GO HOUSE. Since that day, I still haven’t forgiven Maguire.”

    Recall, in 2023, during an interview, Davido spoke of his friendship with the Portuguese footballer. He described Ronaldo as his friend and reiterated that he is close friends with the footballer. The duo follow each other on Instagram.

     

  • Cristiano Ronaldo acquires luxurious Gulfstream G650 jet

    Cristiano Ronaldo acquires luxurious Gulfstream G650 jet

    Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has splashed a whooping 75 million dollars acquiring his latest private jet, Gulfstream G650.

    According to Daily Sabah, the football star upgraded his previous Gulfstream G200, which he reportedly sold for $24 million before acquiring the state-of-the-art aircraft.

    Often referred to as the “flagship of private aviation,”  the Gulfstream G650 is renowned for its advanced technology, elegant design, and unrivaled speed, boasting a top velocity of 610 mph.

    It also stands as a symbol of excellence in the skies, perfectly aligning with Ronaldo’s penchant for the finest in life.

    The interior of jet is designed to accommodate up to 19 passengers, as the aircraft features three distinct areas for relaxation, work, and dining.

    Its lavish amenities include Wi-Fi connectivity, a multimedia system, a telephone, and a fully equipped kitchen with an electric oven, microwave, and refrigerator.

    The jet also have sleek black metal body is adorned with Ronaldo’s initials, “CR,” alongside the silhouette of his signature “Siu” celebration pose—a fitting tribute to one of football’s most recognizable figures.

  • Afrobeats to the world – Jubilation as Ronaldo features Asake (video)

    Afrobeats to the world – Jubilation as Ronaldo features Asake (video)

    Fans and lovers of Afrobeat star, Ahmed Ololade professional known as Asake are going wild after renowned Portuguese footballer and Al-Nassr forward, Cristiano Ronaldo featured a song by Asake, in his latest Instagram video.

    The former Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus star in the video shared to his nearly 640 million followers on Wednesday, is seen playing padel with world champion, Arturo Coello with Asake’s ‘Active’ playing in the background of the Instagram post.

    Checks on the post shows that the post have garnered almost two million likes and over 30 300 comments in the past seventeen hours.

    Asake also reposted the video on his Instagram story.

     

     

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    Reacting, some fans of the singer expressed excitment on his behalf, others, however, commended the artiste for making good music.

    krayon.wealth wrote: “He played it and what happened we all are playing it already what made it special for him to play.”

    nurse_prudence_ wrote: “Inside a celebrity, there is another celebrity there. A G.O.A.T for that matter.”

    sugardestiny_official wrote: “Messi is the goat ❤️Lungu boy to the world.”

    endylight1 wrote; “Afrobeats to the World, don’t know why Tyla keep winning everything that belongs to us ooo.”

    real_tobenna09 wrote: “So it’s talent that is making Ronaldo play Asake’s song and even uploading it on his ig page 😂😂😂 make una dey play seriously soon we go see pendant with church upside down.”

    official_dr.michael wrote: “Wow. On the most followed person on social media.”

    lady_ayuush wrote: “So we wey dey play the @asakemusic songs since, no deserve recognition! You guys keep belittling yourselves.”

    ‘Active’ is a track from the Afrobeats singer’s third album ‘Lungu Boy’ which was released in August. In the song, the Nigerian featured US rapper Travis Scott.

  • Cristiano Ronaldo hits 1 billion followers across his social media platforms

    Cristiano Ronaldo hits 1 billion followers across his social media platforms

    Al Nassr striker Cristiano Ronaldo, has taken to all social media to celebrate the milestone of reaching one billion followers across all platforms.

    The 39-year-old in an Instagram post on Thursday, thanked his supporters for believing in him through “all the highs and the lows”.

    Ronaldo also reflected on his journey from a young boy in Madeira to becoming “one of the greatest players of all time”.

    He wrote: “We have made history — 1 BILLION followers! This is more than just a number.” 

    “From the streets of Madeira to the biggest stages in the world, I’ve always played for my family and for you, and now 1 billion of us stand together.

    “You’ve been with me every step of the way. This journey is our journey, and together, we’ve shown that there are no limits to what we can achieve.

    “Thank you for believing in me, for your support, and for being part of my life. The best is yet to come, and we’ll keep pushing, winning, and making history together.”

  • No one will know when I leave national team – Cristiano Ronaldo

    No one will know when I leave national team – Cristiano Ronaldo

    Al-Nassr forward, Cristiano Ronaldo has disclosed he won’t reveal to anyone when he will leave the Portugal national team into retirement. Ronaldo made the disclosure in an exclusive interview with NOW, which is set to broadcast later today.

    The former Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus star is still very much part of the squad of head coach, Roberto Martínez ahead of the Euro Nations League. While admitting that his retirement would be spontaneous, Ronaldo said what is currently on his mind is how to help the national team succeed.

    “I am immensely proud to represent our colours, it is a dream. Therefore, when I leave the national team, I will not tell anyone beforehand. It will be a very spontaneous decision on my part, but also a very well thought out one. Right now, what I want is to be able to help the team,” Ronaldo said.

    TNG reports 39-year-old Ronaldo struggled to revive his former glories at the last European Championship in Germany. He departed Euro 2024 without scoring apart from in shootouts. Portugal lost 3-5 to France on penalties in their quarter-final.

    There will forever be debates about where Ronaldo sits among the greatest footballers of all time in or behind the exalted company of three-times World Cup winner, Pele or the extraordinary talent of Diego Maradona or long-time rival, Lionel Messi. All of them won the World Cup, which Ronaldo has not, but in terms of statistics in national team colours the 39-year-old is out there on his own.

    Meanwhile, Ronaldo has made 212 appearances for Portugal. Ronaldo’s 130 goals for his country is also way out on its own at the head of most scored in international football, with Messi recently moving second on the list with 108.

    In terms of longevity few can match Ronaldo, who debuted for Portugal in 2003. He was 18 years-old when he came on at halftime to replace Luis Figo in a friendly against Kazakhstan in front of roughly 8,000 in Chaves.

    Days earlier he had signed for Manchester United, convincing manager Alex Ferguson of his potential after tormenting the team’s defence in a pre-season friendly. By the next year he was a regular for Portugal as they hosted Euro 2004, upset in the final by Greece.

    He is the first to play at six European Championships and his 14 goals in 30 matches is also a Euros record. He won the trophy in 2016 when Portugal beat hosts France in the final. Ironically, in Portugal’s Euros triumph, Ronaldo went off early in the decider in Paris in tears with a knee injury. If you add his goals in Euro qualifying, Ronaldo has scored 55 times in the competition, with Harry Kane next on 29.

    At the World Cup, Ronaldo has played 22 times, scoring eight goals in five tournaments, while Messi has played four times more and has the appearance record. In the 21 years Ronaldo has played for Portugal, they have not missed out on qualifying for the World Cup, with a semi-final place in 2006 their best return. That year, Ronaldo netted the decisive penalty to beat England in the quarter-finals.

    It has been an extraordinary career, highlighted by five Ballon d’Or awards, and it is not over yet certainly not at club level. Ronaldo top-scored with 35 goals in the Saudi league last season and has another year’s contract at Al Nassr.

  • BREAKING: Ronaldo left out as FIFA names world’s best 11 footballers

    BREAKING: Ronaldo left out as FIFA names world’s best 11 footballers

    Cristiano Ronaldo has been left out in the world best 11 footballers for 2023 announced by the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) on Monday.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports FIFA in London, United Kingdom (UK), announced the world best 11 for 2023 to include Ronaldo’s eternal rival, Lionel Messi.

    Ronaldo’s move to Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia has seemingly moved him out of the limelight, while Messi still shines in MLS for Inter Miami.

    The 2023 FIFA men’s category of the world best 11 has treble-winners Manchester City dominating the line-up.

    John Stones, Kyle Walker, Ruben Dias, Bernardo Silva, Kevin De Bruyne, and Erling Haaland were all named in the team.

    Real Madrid are firmly represented with goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, midfielder Jude Bellingham and winger Vinicius Jr.

    TNG reports the FIFA world best 11 line up was completed by PSG’s Kylian Mbappe.

    However, the biggest takeaway from the FIFA world best 11 is the oddity of the formation, with a 3-3-4 taking shape.

    City players make up the entire defence, with Walker, Stones and Dias all representing the backline.

    Silva and De Bruyne, alongside Bellingham form the midfield make up.

    The attack features City’s Haaland and Madrid’s Vinicius, alongside Mbappe and Messi.

  • Last Dance: Messi, Ronaldo set to clash in Riyadh Season Cup

    Last Dance: Messi, Ronaldo set to clash in Riyadh Season Cup

    Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr will trade tackle with Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami  in Riyadh Season Cup  in an encounter that’s dubbed the  last dance.

    Both Messi and Ronaldo will renew their age-long rivalry at the Riyadh Season Cup in Saudi Arabia.

    Messi led Argentina to last year’s World Cup crown and has long been a rival of Portugal captain Ronaldo.

    The upcoming Riyadh Season Cup 2024 promises a footballing extravaganza as iconic players from across the globe assemble for a showdown that transcends borders.

    Inter Miami have the luxury of legendary players like former Barcelona comrades Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets, while Al Nassr also parades former Liverpool man, Sadio Mane and former Inter Milan captain Marcelo Brozovic.

    Notably, last January witnessed Ronaldo’s maiden appearance in Saudi Arabia donning the Al Nassr colours.

    Before moving to MLS, Messi was approached by clubs in the Saudi Pro League, but chose to leave for the United States.

    Ronaldo on the other hand left Manchester United unceremoniously after falling out with coach Eric Ten Hag.

  • Davido picks better player between Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi

    Davido picks better player between Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi

    Popular Nigerian  music artiste, David Adeleke popularly known as Davido, has picked the better player between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.

    TheNewsGuru.com reports that Davido performed at the 2023 Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) Awards, marking another high-profile appearance following his performance at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

    According to him, Ronaldo is the greatest footballer of all time ahead of Lionel Messi.

    With the spotlight firmly on him, the DMW huncho said he loves them both, but personally prefers Ronaldo.

    He said, “Cristiano for me, you know, what outcomes, very, very disciplined,

    “I am a very, very disciplined person, you know, and to have that kind of success and to be so disciplined at the same time is something I’ve always admired about him.

    “I like both of them. But, I personally, I’m a Ronaldo guy.”

    Messi is favourite to win this year’s Ballon d’Or award for a record-extending eighth time, while Ronaldo has won it 5 times and didn’t make the 30-man shortlist this time around.