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Cristiano Ronaldo’s oldest son has received his first call-up to the Portugal U-15s squad. The 14-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo Jr is with Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, where his father joined the club in December 2022.
Ronaldo, now 40, shared a photo on social media showing his son’s name on the national team roster with the caption, “Proud of you, son.”
Ronaldo Jr has been selected for a youth tournament in Croatia from May 13 to 18, where Portugal will face Japan, Greece, and England.
Ronaldo Sr, a five-time Ballon d’Or winner, remains a Portugal international and has netted 136 goals for his country, setting a world record in men’s football.
The 40-year-old captain led Portugal to their first major title at Euro 2016, although he had to sadly observe most of the final from the sidelines due to an injury he sustained in the 25th minute. He also guided Portugal to victory in the Nations League in 2019.
In March, Ronaldo scored and missed a penalty as Portugal dramatically defeated Denmark to secure a spot in the Nations League semi-finals.
The former Manchester United player has four other children: twins Eva and Mateo, both 7, Alana Martina, 7, and Bella, 3.
Ronaldo Jr.’s youth career has progressed alongside his father’s global journey. He has attended the academies at Real Madrid, Juventus, Manchester United, and Al-Nassr. Reports indicate that he scored 58 goals in one season while at Juventus.
He played with Kai Rooney, Wayne Rooney’s son, in the Manchester United youth team during Ronaldo Sr’s second tenure at Old Trafford.
Videos of the teenager performing Ronaldo Sr’s famous ‘Siu’ celebration have gained popularity while playing for Al-Nassr.
While he has been selected for Portugal’s under-15 team for the upcoming tournament, Ronaldo Jr is also eligible to represent the United States, his birthplace, or Spain due to residency during his father’s time at Real Madrid.
