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In a video posted on social media, President Donald Trump states that he needs the Portuguese player “immediately.”
By , in News · 25 Feb 2026, 18:03 · 3 Comments
In the video, Trump stated, “Ronaldo, you are the best of all time. We need you in America. Get moving, right now. We need you, fast.”
The video is also complemented by another AI-generated video featuring Cristiano Ronaldo and Donald Trump playing soccer.
The reason for the appeal from the President of the United States is still unknown, but it comes months after Cristiano Ronaldo visited Donald Trump at the White House.
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Nothing you can be proud of.
By Thom from Lisbon on 25 Feb 2026, 21:03
Who cares what the lying corrupt sociopath wants? Ronaldo brings shame to himself and portugal by associating with this despicable narcissist, and Portugal News should know better than to give him attention. Why is this news?
By Woody from Algarve on 26 Feb 2026, 10:36
So, Thom What have you accomplished that you are so proud of? Nothing but post against Ronaldo who came from poor beginnings to a billionaire.
By Eleanor Pimentel from Other on 26 Feb 2026, 21:57