Injured Cristiano Ronaldo’s ‘Apology’ Breaks the Internet in China After Al Nassr’s Cancelled Tour

The recent twist in the story of Cristiano Ronaldo has sent shockwaves in the Chinese nation. As Al-Nassr’s ace grapples with a muscle injury, a tour featuring two exhibition games against Shanghai Shenhua and Zheijang has been abruptly postponed. However, it’s not the cancellation that has broken the internet in China but Ronaldo’s heartfelt apology that followed the announcement.

As the Chinese fans were anticipating to see Ronaldo in action, the news of the tour cancellation caused outrage in the Shenzhen province. Let’s delve into the unexpected turn of events and explore the aftermath of Cristiano Ronaldo’s knock on Chinese soil.

Cristiano Ronaldo issues apology after Al-Nassr’s tour cancellation

The unexpected turn of events took an emotional toll on both the fans and the iconic player himself. In a press conference that caught over 20 million hits and became viral across China, Cristiano Ronaldo expressed his disappointment to the fans. “For me, today is a sad day. I want to say sorry to the Chinese fans, especially in Shenzhen,” Ronaldo stated. The Portuguese star emphasized the uncontrollable nature of injuries in soccer and promised a return to the pitch in the future.

“In football, there is always something you cannot control. I am really sad because Al-Nassr and myself have come here to enjoy the tour. I’ve been coming to China since 2003, or 2004, and I feel at home here. I feel this is my second home. We are not canceling the game. We just postponed the game. We will be back,” Ronaldo affirmed. The sincerity and truth in Cristiano Ronaldo’s apology struck a chord with supporters, making it a phenomenon on the Chinese internet.

Despite the tour organizers assuring the refunds for fans’ tickets, Ronaldo supporters voiced their discontent. They showcased that their emotional investment could never be fully compensated.

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However, with CR7’s heartfelt apology, it seems like fans have agreed with their star, as they wait for his return to the Dragon land. Nevertheless, ardent Ronaldo fans can look forward to his return as they could look forward to the prospect of the Portuguese maestro taking on a diminutive Argentine magician. However, will the former Real Madrid star achieve full fitness before the game against MLS opposition?

Ronaldo to return against Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami?

As Cristiano Ronaldo faces a potential two-week recovery break, the implications of his injury extend beyond the postponed Chinese tour. Now questions are looming large over his participation in the highly anticipated clash against Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami in the Riyadh Season Cup. It is difficult to comment about his presence in the fixture currently, as fans await further developments in his recovery.

Al-Nassr boss Luis Castro will be highly careful in handling his star striker’s return to action. Al-Nassr’s second-place standing in the Saudi Pro League adds to the impact Ronaldo’s absence could have on their title-challenging ambitions. It will be interesting to see when Cristiano Ronaldo will make his anticipated return to action, along with the Saudi Arabian fans, Chinese fans will also be hoping for his speedy recovery.

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