It’s sad news coming out of the professional soccer world: Cristiano Ronaldo’s newborn son has died. The Manchester United star shared the devastating update on Monday via social media.
Ronaldo and his girlfriend, Georgina Rodríguez are both mourning the loss of their son, a twin. “Only the birth of our baby girl gives us the strength to live this moment with some hope and happiness,” he writes.
— Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) April 18, 2022
The soccer star announced the news of Rodríguez’s pregnancy back in Oct. on Instagram and the couple would be welcoming twins this year. “Delighted to announce we are expecting twins. Our hearts are full of love — we can’t wait to meet you. #blessed.”
Ronaldo is already dad to to four-year-old twins Eva Maria and Mateo who he welcomed via surrogate in 2017, four-year-old daughter Alana Martina he shares with Rodríguez and 11-year-old son Cristiano Jr. from a previous relationship.
Support from the world has been sent out to Ronaldo, who currently plays for Manchester United. The team tweeted out their condolences on Monday in the wake of the news, in addition to several other clubs, including Manchester City, Liverpool and Arsenal.
You have our complete love and support, @Cristiano ❤
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) April 19, 2022
Ronaldo’s sister, Katia Aveiro also sent out messages of love in an Instagram post. Translated in Portuguese, the caption read, “I love you and my heart is all there on this side, ”May God take care of everything and strengthen your path more and more.”
According to CNN, United released a statement that Ronaldo will not be playing in this week’s game against Liverpool. “Family is more important than everything and Ronaldo is supporting his loved ones at this immensely difficult time. As such, we can confirm that he will not feature in the match against Liverpool at Anfield on Tuesday evening and we underline the family’s request for privacy.”
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