Premier League
Ronaldo doesn’t play at Anfield, Liverpool friends want to applaud in the 7th minute
Manchester United said in a statement that Cristiano Ronaldo would not play against Liverpool due to difficult times, while the Reds’ friends would very likely applaud him in his honor in the seventh minute.
Manchester United have confirmed Cristiano Ronaldo will not play in the 30th Premier League game against Liverpool at Anfield.
The Red Devils acknowledge the Portuguese star and his family are going through difficult times with the loss of one of their two newborn twins.
“Family is most important. Ronaldo is supporting his loved ones during this extremely difficult time. As such, we confirm he will not play in that game against Liverpool at Anfield and underline the family’s request for privacy“The Red Devils state in their statement.
They plan to applaud Ronaldo on the pitch in the seventh minute
Liverpool’s friends plan to send the Portuguese a message of support through the difficult times he is going through due to the loss of his child.
In particular, the idea came up to applaud the whole stadium in the seventh minute to honor Ronaldo. Seven represents the number of the jersey he is wearing.
Source: sport 24
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