Cristiano Ronaldo‘s family is an integral part of his life. The Portuguese star has banked on their support and encouragement plenty. However, it is work that takes center stage in Ronaldo’s life. Refusing to leave his team for an important family occasion, Ronaldo compensates for his absence with a message of love.

Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodriguez have settled well in Saudi Arabia and will live there for the next two years at least. Being away from his mother and siblings, the enigmatic forward often reveals his emotional side on his social media. Ronaldo’s recent message gives a glimpse of the balance he maintains between family and soccer.

Cristiano Ronaldo congratulates his brother on a special occasion.

Cristiano Ronaldo is undoubtedly a family person but also a sheer professional. Due to this reason, Ronaldo sent a message to his brother Hugo Aveiro and his wife Rubina on their 25th anniversary, which was shared by Ronaldo’s sister Elma Aveiro on her social media. The message was, “Congratulations! I hope you’re very happy. I’d love to be there with you in Madeira to celebrate this special day, but we’ll have the opportunity to be together more than once. I didn’t want to miss this opportunity to say that we’re very happy; it’s a long life, and I hope you’ll be together for another 25 years. Love to you all.”

Ronaldo could not attend his brother’s 25th wedding anniversary due to a Saudi Pro League match. While explaining that they would have many other occasions to meet, he also congratulated the couple, wishing them another 25 years of marriage. Later even Rodriguez went on to wish the couple.

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Ronaldo and his brother share a close bond. It was the soccer icon who helped his only male sibling overcome alcohol and drugs. The ceremony took place on Madeira, a volcanic island in Portugal, where Ronaldo grew up. However, he did not witness the occasion live to see his sibling take the vow again. Meanwhile, the striker’s decision to stay in Riyadh certainly helped his club, Al Nassr.

Ronaldo’s sacrifice pays off

The Al Nassr star chose to stay back because of his Saudi Pro League match against Al Khaleej on Saturday. As a result, his sacrifice was rewarded, and Al Nassr won the game 2-0 thanks to a screamer from the man himself, which he dedicated to his partner. Ronaldo was pivotal for the win with his goal and an assist.

Al Nassr has begun to rise in the Saudi Pro League. Placed second on the table behind Al Hilal, Ronaldo’s exemplary season is keeping his team in contention for the title this year. The Knights of Najd will take on Al Duhail in the second leg of the group stage of the AFC Champions League.

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