SUMMARY
- Cristiano Ronaldo and Conor McGregor were one of the many celebrities that were spotted at the Day of Reckoning event.
- Ronaldo was with his son Ronaldo jr. who recently signed with Al Nassr.
Soccer is a sport where skill often runs in families, therefore legacies are common. The announcement that Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., Ronaldo’s son, had signed a contract with the Al-Nassr U13 team. Wearing the iconic #7 shirt, the teenager has already begun to make waves on the pitch, much like his father, Cristiano Ronaldo Jr.
Being the first child of soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo, Jr. is a Portuguese media figure who has always been in the limelight since his birth. Since then, the media has closely tracked his son’s activities; in addition, he plays professional soccer at the youth level.
“It’s a small ring!”
Conor McGregor dropping Cristiano Ronaldo some knowledge as they make their way around ringside 🤩
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— Boxing on TNT Sports (@boxingontnt) December 23, 2023
The rise in his height, though, has recently drawn the attention of soccer fans everywhere. He was recently spotted at a boxing match alongside well-known UFC star Conor McGregor, as well as his father, Cristiano Ronaldo. Conor Mcgregor (5’74”) appears smaller in comparison to Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., who stands 5’8″.
Ronaldo Jr. has been touted to be one of the best upcoming soccer players by many soccer fans and also some experts as of now. Also, the genes that he inherited from his dad Cristiano Ronaldo put even more pressure on him to be the best soccer player in the future.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s mother reveals a funny moment between Ronaldo Jr and Lionel Messi
According to Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., Messi was “too short” to be real. When the former Real Madrid star’s son saw his father’s opponent (Lionel Messi), he was astounded by his size. Messi is currently 5’7′′ tall, while Ronaldo Jr. is 5’8′′. However, they had a humorous get-together back then, which sparked several online conversations.
When Ronaldo’s mother, Dolores Aveiro, disclosed the amusing incident that occurred in 2017, their initial meeting became legendary. As reported by the Sun, she said, “I was with him and I said, ‘look, it’s Messi,’ and he replied, ‘that’s not Messi, he’s short.’ Then my son encouraged him to wave. Messi is a very good person. My grandson is already taller than him, [laughs] it was a very fun moment.”
Cristiano Ronaldo with Cristiano Jr tonight. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/dgXk4IWSrf
— TC (@totalcristiano) December 23, 2023
The struggle for domination in that period had a lighter side, thus the event became famous. They have a wonderful bond off the field, despite being fierce opponents on it. During the awards ceremony, the two celebrated their victories and displayed their great connection. Messi, who stands 5’7″, may have benefited from his small build in becoming one of the finest.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have graced the sport for over 20 years and are still going to this day. They have achieved everything in the sport of soccer and are continuing to do so, their immense work-rate and skillset showcase why they are the greatest soccer players of their time and probably of all time. Soccer fans will be hoping their sons too live up to their fathers’ names in the sport.
