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IShowSpeed's injury over Ronaldo's loss—are fans too emotionally invested in their sports idols?

It’s been a daunting night for Cristiano Ronaldo. The highest goalscorer in the world played his last game in the European Championships before being eliminated by France in the quarterfinals. Hence, all his fans are disappointed about CR7’s exit from Euro 2024, but one of the most passionate fans of Ronaldo IShowSpeed aka Speed seems to have been severely hurt.

The Youtuber met the Portuguese captain a year ago and was also seen supporting Portugal this time. However, the Navigators lost the game despite Ronaldo converting his penalty shot in the shootouts.

Notably, Speed was seen in heavy tears after the game and subsequently started banging the table out of frustration according to videos posted on X (previously Twitter). Consequently, Speed’s latest post reveals his figure to be injured with blood coming out after the incident. Posting the picture on X, he captioned it, “goodbye ronaldo💔,” bidding adieu to his icon.

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On a positive note, this isn’t the end of the road for Ronaldo either in international or club soccer. Apart from Euros, the 5-time Ballon d’Or winner has been in scintillating form after joining Al Nassr. He led an undefeated Portugal to the Euros being their top scorer in qualifiers.

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He also finished 2023 with 54 goals and is expected to be determined for the upcoming season. In addition, Ronaldo also smashed the rumors of his retirement and wants to play for his fans. He recently stated, “It’s not about leaving football, because if I do, what else would I need to do or win?” “It won’t be about getting one more point or one less point. Making people happy is what motivates me the most.”

Meanwhile, Euro 2024 gave Speed another heartbreaking incident. He was denied access to meet Ronaldo after the match against Czechia due to the Police officers. But amid all the disappointment one of Ronaldo’s friends had a positive message for the fans.

Dillon Danis sends a message of love for Cristiano Ronaldo after the game

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Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo have lost to France but in a tight battle. Denying the 2022 World Cup runners-up goals throughout the game, Portugal finally succumbed in the penalty shootout after João Felix’s missed attempt. Subsequently, former American MMA superstar Dillon Danis added a photo of himself with CR in his Instagram story with the caption, “Legend ❤.” The story reiterates the fact that irrespective of the results, his contributions will remain in the hearts of the fans forever.

Danis and Ronaldo have known each other for a long time and also hung out together. Hence the player along with fans worldwide took the opportunity to show some positivity for the Al Nassr captain. Therefore, with another season coming up, Ronaldo will be back with a bang for his well-wishers.

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