Liverpool fans and Manchester United supporters gathered together to give Cristiano Ronaldo a minute of their support following the passing away his son.
Portugal is an international Georgina Rodriguez Their baby boy tragically died shortly after his partner had given birth to twins. The couple’s daughter survived.
Many social media users, including team-mates and fans of Liverpool, have offered condolences and expressed their sympathy to the 37 year-old. Liverpool supporters also said that they wanted to make a small gesture ahead of tonight’s match against Man United at Anfield.
In the 7th minute of the Premier League match, when Luis Diaz was leading the host team with his goal, Reds fans stood firm and joined their Red Devils colleagues to give a round of applause. This is the exact number Ronaldo wears at Man United.
United supporters also held Ronaldo’s shirt up during the minute of silence. Reds fans chanted ‘You’ll Never walk Alone’ for the duration.
Jurgen Klopp from Liverpool was also seen applauding. As a sign of respect, both players wore black armbands.
Ralf Rangnick, United boss, also spoke Sky SportsBefore the game: As a father to two boys, I know what it means. We are all there for him.
United’s star, who was unable to play in the match against Klopp’s team on Tuesday due to tragedy, announced that he had been preparing twins in October 2021 with Rodriguez (28).
Liverpool fans and Man United supporters gathered to remember Cristiano Ronaldo
Anfield fans cheered on their home team and sang the song ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ in seventh minute
Reds fans were faithful to Ronaldo’s promise of applause from them, and they did.
Jurgen Klopp, Reds boss, clapped in perfect accordance with the minute of applause.
Fans at Anfield also raised Ronaldo’s shirt No7 at United.
A statement was made by the couple Monday, however, and confirmed their baby’s death as “the greatest pain”.
“It is with deepest sorrow that we must announce the passing of our little boy. This is the most terrible pain any parent can experience, read the announcement.
“Only the birth our little girl gave us the strength and joy to face this day with hope and happiness. Thank you to all of the nurses and doctors who provided expert care.
“We are devastated by this loss, and ask that you keep your privacy during this difficult time. We love you, our baby boy. You will be our angel forever.
The heartbroken couple have received support via social media. Teammate, England international Marcus Rashford led the tributes by saying, on Twitter: “Thoughts and prayers are with you, Georgina brother.” It’s so very sorry.
Ronaldo’s sister, Katia Aveiro, said on Instagram: ‘I love you and my heart is all there on this side… May God take care of everything and strengthen your path more and more…
Ronaldo Rodriguez and Georgina Rodrguez announced that their son had died on Monday.
The 37-year-old has been condolenced by many people, including team-mates, and social media users.
Liverpool fans posted that they will hold applause for the 7th minute.
Although the parents confirmed that the baby boy had died, a statement by the couple stated that the baby girl did not.
Our little angel, our daughter is in the lap of her dad. We will learn more about love …’ from this little girl.
United fan Usain Bolt replied to Ronaldo’s Instagram posting with three praying emoticons. Piers Morgan responded: ‘Heartbreaking News. You and your entire family are my deepest sympathies.
Manchester United expressed support for him, saying “Your pain is our pain.” This is our support. We are sending strength, love and prayers to the entire family.
Gary Lineker posted: “Terribly terrible news. Our sincere condolences go out to your entire family.
Alex Telles and Diogo Dalle, David de Gea (team-mates) also responded with love-heart emoticons as their dressing room sent support to the star player.
Georgina has a daughter, Alana (three years old), with Cristiano. The Manchester United star is also a father to Cristiano Jr., 11 and twins Eva, Mateo, 4.
Georgina met Cristiano while working in Madrid as a retail assistant. They first saw each other in 2016 at a Gucci shop.
He and Georgina, then-Real Madrid’s star, announced in June 2017 that he had welcomed twins Eva & Mateo via a surrogate. One month later they shared news of their first baby together.
Georgina gave birth to Alana in November 2017. The sportsman announced the news via Instagram and wrote: “Alana Martina was just born!” Both Geo and Alana do great! Everyone is very happy.
Cristiano claimed in the past that he wanted to increase his number of children by seven. This was similar to his famous shirt number and his lifestyle brand, CR7.
In July 2017, he spoke in China during an interview. He had only three children and was dating Georgina since around one year. Correio da Manha, the Portuguese newspaper, quoted him as saying that his eldest Cristianinho was very happy.
“He is doing well, and says that he would like to have more siblings and brothers.” “He wants seven. That’s the magic number.
Georgina and Cristiano Jr are pictured holding Cristiano’s Manchester United shirt.
Liverpool led before the final minute of applause after Luis Diaz’s counter goal and won 4-0