"He Actually Has a World Cup": Spanish Team Mocks Cristiano Ronaldo During Celebration
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Spanish players taunted Cristiano Ronaldo after their World Cup victory, referencing his lack of a World Cup title.
- The jab came during Spain's World Cup celebration, with Yeremy Pino, nicknamed "Cristiano de La Feria," at the center of the moment.
- Spain eliminated Portugal, featuring Ronaldo, in the knockout stages of the tournament.
Spain's World Cup victory celebration included a pointed jab at Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo. During the team's festivities, Spanish players referenced Ronaldo's inability to win a World Cup, a title he has never achieved in his illustrious career.
The moment occurred during the presentation of Yeremy Pino, a young Spanish player nicknamed "Cristiano de La Feria" in homage to his childhood idol, the Portuguese forward. However, the Spanish squad turned the tribute into a taunt, with one player loudly proclaiming, "He, at least, has a World Cup," directly contrasting with Ronaldo's international trophy cabinet.
This taunt comes after Spain defeated Portugal in the knockout stages of the tournament, ending Ronaldo's hopes of securing the coveted trophy. The incident highlights the intense rivalry and competitive spirit that often accompanies major international football tournaments.
Originally published by Cooperativa in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.