Fans who arrived at the Singapore Botanic Gardens on the afternoon of June 2 were rewarded by seeing Cristiano Ronaldo even though the Portuguese star was only there for about 15 to 20 minutes.
Cristiano Ronaldo was surrounded by fans following the tram that carried him into the Singapore Botanic Gardens . A few lucky people were signed autographs by Ronaldo on the shirt.
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner came to Singapore to support a series of youth scholarships, founded by longtime friend and philanthropist Peter Lim. Among them is the NParks-Peter Lim Scholarship, which aims to help underprivileged youth pursue their interests, develop skills and build capacity in the fields of landscape architecture, horticulture, ecology, veterinary medicine and science. animal studies.
At the Singapore Botanic Garden on June 2, the scholarship recipients, from the Institute of Technical Education, stood next to Ronaldo for a group photo.
On June 3, the Portuguese striker will meet about 1,000 young people to support the Singapore Olympic Foundation – Peter Lim Scholarship.
This is Ronaldo’s fourth visit to Singapore in 10 years and the first since the pandemic.
When the Saudi Pro League was not over, Cristiano Ronaldo immediately left Saudi Arabia due to his name in the national team gathering to prepare for the Euro 2024 qualifiers.
Previously, due to a minor injury, Ronaldo asked the Al Nassr leadership to take a break from the last match against Al Fateh (won 3-0). Al Nassr soon lost to Al Ittihad in the Saudi League race, so the Portuguese captain’s proposal was approved.
Ronaldo’s actions sparked rumors that he could leave Al Nassr, return to Europe to play football next season. There is even news that CR7 will return to Real Madrid, the club where he spent 9 years and achieved countless successes. In addition, there was news that CR7 was “transferred to work” to Newcastle.
However, Ronaldo denied that rumor when he confirmed to stay at Al Nassr next season, to continue to enjoy an income of 200 million euros/year. Until Messi ‘s future is decided, CR7 is still the highest-paid player in football history.
The 38-year-old striker confirmed in an interview: ” I am completely happy in Saudi Arabia and have no intention of leaving as rumored by the media. More than that, I believe things will improve next season. Al Nassr is actually on the right track .”
“ For me, the important thing is to work hard and have faith in the future. I always have to tell you that the Saudi Pro League is very attractive, highly competitive with many strong clubs. If maintaining the current direction, the Saudi Pro League can completely become the world’s top 5 ,” added the Portugal captain.
Joining Al Nassr at the end of December 2022 after being liquidated by Manchester United due to a shocking interview with MC Piers Morgan, Ronaldo spent the first half of the season not being as successful as expected despite scoring 14 goals in 19 matches. in all arenas.