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Today should have been an exciting day for Cristiano Ronaldo, as he prepared to take the field with Al-Nassr. However, the joy of the game has been overshadowed by the devastating news of a tragic loss in Ronaldo’s family. Amidst the grief and sadness, the Portuguese striker has broken his silence with a simple yet powerful message.

The devastating news is of the tragic passing of his aunt, the sister of Ronaldo’s mother Dolores Aveiro. The tragic news has left the family, especially Ronaldo’s mother in a somber mood. In the face of such a heartbreaking event, many would expect Ronaldo to address the loss and express his grief. However, the soccer superstar chose a different path.

Cristiano Ronaldo shares word of encouragement following tragic loss

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Breaking his silence, Cristiano Ronaldo took to his Instagram story to share a message. Surprisingly, his words weren’t about the demise of his aunt but rather focused on his upcoming game. Ronaldo posted a picture of the Al-Nassr team huddled up, ready to take on their opponents.

Alongside the image, he added just three simple words: “Good luck team!” Ronaldo’s message, although brief, speaks volumes about his professionalism and dedication to his sport. Despite the devastating news, the 38-year-old remains resolute in his pursuit of success on the soccer field.

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The forthcoming game against Ohod holds great importance, as it marks the beginning of Al-Nassr’s journey in the King Cup of Champions. Both the team and Ronaldo himself will be eager to kickstart the competition with a strong performance, hoping to secure their second trophy of the season. While Ronaldo channels his focus towards the game, his mother mourns the loss of her sister on Instagram.

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Ronaldo’s mother pens down a heartfelt message to her late sister

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Dolores Aveiro used her Instagram platform to express her deep sorrow, sharing heartfelt words about the loss of her beloved sister. Accompanied by a touching image of her sister, she penned these emotional lines: “Today, the sky has gained another star. Rest in peace, my dear sister”.

Ronaldo’s sisters also conveyed their sentiments following this heartbreaking loss. Elma Aveiro, Cristiano Ronaldo’s eldest sister, succinctly expressed her emotions with these profound words: “This is life. Rest in peace, auntie”. Another one of Ronaldo’s sisters, Katia Aveiro, took to her Instagram story to reflect on their cherished moments with “Aunt Gorete”.

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She shared a touching anecdote about how their aunt used to provide them with school supplies during their younger years. In conclusion, Katia bid farewell and offered solace: “So go in peace, dear auntie, and may God give you strength.” As Ronaldo’s family mourns this saddening loss, the striker remains focused on the upcoming match.

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