Introduction
Cristiano Ronaldo said goodbye to the Portugal team today. One of his biggest fans, the famous streamer IShowSpeed, posted an emotional thank you video. The video went viral in a few hours.
What Happened
Ronaldo is 41 years old. He shared a video on Instagram. He said the day has come to give back the number 7 shirt of Portugal. He will stop playing for his country after the November matches. He will still play for his club team, Al Nassr.
Soon after the news, IShowSpeed posted his own video. Speed wore a red Portugal shirt with number 7. He played a slow song on a piano. His eyes were full of tears. He said, “We love you, Ronaldo. Everything you did for Portugal.” His post only said “thank you ronaldo”. In a few hours, the video got more than 1.4 million likes.
Ronaldo’s Portugal story in numbers:
- He played 234 games for Portugal. This is a world record.
- He scored 146 goals for his country. This is also a world record.
- He scored goals in six World Cups. No other man has done this.
- He won the Euro 2016 cup with Portugal.
Why People Are Talking About It
IShowSpeed is one of the biggest streamers in the world. He has about 55 million followers on Instagram. He has loved Ronaldo for many years. He is famous for his love for Ronaldo.
Many fans grew up watching Ronaldo. For them, this day feels sad. It feels like the end of a story from their childhood. Speed’s video says what millions of fans feel.
What Happens Next
Ronaldo will play his last games for Portugal this month, against Denmark and Wales. The Portugal football team said it will give him a special farewell. Speed and millions of fans will watch those last games.
Final Thoughts
Ronaldo’s time with Portugal is ending. Speed’s video shows what Ronaldo means to young fans. He was not just a player. He was a hero to copy, and a dream to follow.
Disclaimer: This article is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
Sources: FIFA (fifa.com), TSN (tsn.ca), and IShowSpeed on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/reel/DfXvqKCStSZ/)