Sport at the top level tests your mettle to the core. And when you’re a known performer for many years, the expectations can get you under severe pressure. Notably, Cristiano Ronaldo may have been subjected to a similar situation this season. Despite scoring 36 goals this season, Al Nassr has been knocked out of two tournaments. After being sent off in the recent game against Al Hilal, the Portuguese star has come out with a message.
Known to be a fierce competitor on the field, we saw Ronaldo losing his temper on the pitch. Nevertheless, the player now has a contrasting message of kindness via his Instagram. CR7 posted a photograph of an interior wall that had the caption, “LOVE AND GRATITUDE IS THE PERFECT ATTITUDE,” on his Instagram story. Despite his tussles, Ronaldo is known for his generous and charitable nature off the pitch.
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There are quite a few incidents where the Portuguese captain has displayed acts of benevolence to people around him. Known as one of the most charitable people in the world, Cristiano contributed to campaigns from the Save the Children campaign, UNICEF, and World Vision. The player also helped victims of natural disasters like the Nepal earthquake.
Moreover, He also provided one of his hotels as an accommodation to victims of the Morocco earthquake last year. Apart from that, the 39-year-old has also shown kindness to his teammates by gifting them watches in 2014 after winning the Champions League. Apart from that, the 5-time Ballon d’Or winner donates his blood regularly and sacrifices his interest in tattoos for the same purpose. However, the current season has put his patience to the test with repeated pressure. The soccer fraternity blasted the player’s attitude in the Saudi Super Cup game.
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Cristiano Ronaldo criticized for his behavior against Al Hilal
Cristiano Ronaldo has once again faced criticism for his behavior, marking the second instance in just two months. After his confrontation with opponent fans regarding ‘Lionel Messi’ chants, Ronaldo was now seen taking down an Al Hilal defender, Ali Al-Bulaihi, with his elbow. Subsequently, this led the fans and experts to call out the former Real Madrid striker, with a senior journalist accusing him of getting provoked very easily.
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Additionally, Ronaldo was also seen arguing with the referee after the decision and will reportedly face a two-match ban. Overall, despite a tough mental challenge, the star still believes in the values of love and kindness and would like to leave behind the recent incidents.