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Ronaldo – Trump: the shocking comment that surprised everyone!

Cristiano Ronaldo at the White House: what Trump really said to him…

The official visit of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to Washington featured a rare, meticulously orchestrated state dinner at the White House. Among the handpicked guests—political leaders, tech giants, and diplomats—one attendee drew exceptional attention: Cristiano Ronaldo, then playing in Riyadh for Al-Nassr. The Portuguese superstar was seated at the same table as Donald Trump, Melania Trump, Elon Musk, and Tim Cook, a clear sign of the growing diplomatic influence of sport in US-Saudi relations.

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During the evening, Donald Trump didn’t hide his excitement. In front of the gathering, the former president shared how much CR7’s presence had impressed those around him:

This lighthearted yet powerful statement encapsulates the unique place the Portuguese star holds in the American imagination: an athlete capable of uniting political, economic, and media spheres by his mere presence.

Ronaldo: “I’d like to talk to Trump about world peace”

For his part, Cristiano Ronaldo had already expressed his anticipation even before the event. In a recent interview, he revealed his eagerness to meet Donald Trump and discuss topics far beyond football:

The five-time Ballon d’Or winner even described the former president as “one of the men capable of helping to change the world”.