Donald Trump is set to meet one of the most famous athletes in the world, Cristiano Ronaldo. The meeting is set to take place at the White House on Tuesday. It also seems that this appearance from the popular soccer star coincides with the Saudi Crown Prince’s arrival in the U.S.
The U.S President is set to host Mohammed Bin Salman in Washington, DC. This is also set to be Bin Salman’s first appearance in seven years. Ronaldo has also referred to the Saudi Crown Prince as his ‘boss’ in an interview with Piers Morgan. Ronaldo has become a prominent figure in Saudi Arabia. He plays in the Saudi FC league for the team Al-Nassr and has raised the bar of competition ever since he arrived in the country.
Ronaldo also looks to represent his native country, Portugal, in the 2026 World Cup. He would also become the first player ever to participate in six Men’s World Cups, alongside his most famous rival, Lionel Messi. The 40-year-old player has also confirmed that the tournament will be his last World Cup, as he might be eyeing retirement soon after.
Ronaldo Stated That Him And Trump Have Something In Common
Cristiano Ronaldo has previously expressed in a meeting with Donald Trump during his tell-all interview with Piers Morgan. It seems now that the Portuguese player is finally going to get his wish soon.
The former Real Madrid forward has also praised Trump as one of the guys who can change the world. It certainly seems like Ronaldo is a fan of the U.S President and admires him quite a bit. Ronaldo stated that Trump is one of those people who can make things happen.
“[President Trump] is one of the guys who can help to change the world. One of the most important guys is the U.S. President,” Ronaldo said. He is one of the guys I wish to meet to sit and have a nice talk. If it is here, or in the U.S., wherever he wants. I know he was here in Saudi with our boss MBS. I wish one day to meet him because he is one of the guys who can make things happen and I like people like that.”
The Al-Nassr captain also stated that he and Trump have something in common, which he would tell him personally if he gets to meet him. It seems that Ronaldo will finally have his chance now.
Trump’s Meeting With Ronaldo Is Quite Interesting Ahead Of The 2026 World Cup
It’s quite an interesting sight to see Donald Trump meeting with Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The tournament is set to take place in North America, and the U.S President seems to be interested in soccer now more than ever.
He’s even hailed the former Manchester United star as one of the Greatest Of All Time. Ronaldo’s appearance in the White House is also set to mark his first-ever appearance in the U.S in over a decade.
Published: Nov 18, 2025 10:30 pm