Cristiano Ronaldo recently paid a touching tribute to his late father, José Dinis Aveiro, after scoring in Al-Nassr’s AFC Champions League match against Al Rayyan.
Ronaldo scored in the 76th minute with a left-footed shot from the right side of the penalty box, which curled into the net, marking Al-Nassr’s second goal in a match they won 2-1. This strike was significant as it was his first goal in the 2024/25 AFC Champions League.
Following the goal, Ronaldo pointed to the sky in celebration, indicating a dedication to his father. He later explained that the goal had a special meaning because September 30 would have been his father’s 71st birthday.
Ronaldo’s father passed away in 2005 due to liver failure, a time when Cristiano was just beginning to make a name for himself at Manchester United.
This gesture was deeply personal for Ronaldo. He has often spoken about how his father’s death has influenced his career, with the pain of not being able to share his success with him always present.
This goal and its dedication were a moment where Ronaldo connected his current achievements with the memory of his father, emphasizing the emotional depth behind his celebration.
This event not only highlights Ronaldo’s ongoing impact on the field but also underscores the personal motivations and memories that drive him, making it a significant moment both for his career and for fans who resonate with these personal touches in sports.
