📸The most unexpected photo: Trump welcomes Cristiano to the Oval Office | OneFootball

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·19 November 2025

📸The most unexpected photo: Trump welcomes Cristiano to the Oval Office

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Cristiano Ronaldo's visit to the United States has gone beyond the sports realm. The Portuguese star was one of the guests of honor at the White House during an event led by President Donald Trump to welcome Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia.

Tuesday's dinner was attended by prominent international figures, including magnate Elon Musk and FIFA President Gianni Infantino.


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Thanks to Cristiano

A day after the meeting, the Al-Nassr forward used his social media to express his gratitude to Donald Trump. In his message, Cristiano Ronaldo, who attended with his future wife Georgina, highlighted the significance of the meeting.

“Thank you Mr. President for the invitation and for the warm welcome you and the First Lady gave us... Each of us has something meaningful to offer, and I am ready to do my part as we inspire new generations to build a future defined by courage, responsibility, and lasting peace,” wrote CR7. This message highlights the footballer's desire to use his global influence.

Trump's Praise for Cristiano

During the ceremony, President Trump praised Cristiano Ronaldo, mentioning that his son is a big fan of the Portuguese player.

The White House also showcased the visit on its official X accounts, sharing images and videos of the meeting. In the photographs, the star is seen shaking hands with the president, confirming the fulfillment of a previous wish of the footballer to meet the U.S. president.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.

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