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Cristiano Ronaldo has congratulated his son after making his international debut and following his footsteps.
Cristiano Junior, the 14-year-old son of football legend Cristiano Ronaldo, has taken a significant step in his budding football career by making his debut for Portugal's Under-15 national team.
The young forward came off the bench in the 53rd minute during a 4-1 victory over Japan in the Vlatko Marković International Tournament held in Croatia.
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Following in his father's footsteps
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Donning the iconic number 7 jersey, the same number his father has famously worn throughout his illustrious career, Ronaldo Jr. showcased his potential on the international stage.
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Although he didn't score in his debut match, his presence on the field was a proud moment for the Ronaldo family.
Notably, his grandmother, Maria Dolores Aveiro, was in attendance, wearing her son's 2010 World Cup jersey, symbolising the family's deep-rooted football legacy.
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Ronaldo Jr.'s selection for the national team is a testament to his growing prowess in the sport.
Currently part of Al-Nassr's youth academy in Saudi Arabia, he has previously honed his skills at the youth setups of Real Madrid, Juventus, and Manchester United, clubs that his father has played for.
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr: A proud father's reaction
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Cristiano Ronaldo himself, who has an illustrious career with over 200 caps and 136 goals for Portugal, expressed his pride on social media.
He posted on Instagram sharing to his 653 million followers: "Congratulations on your debut @portugal, son. Very proud of you!"
In previous interviews, Ronaldo has emphasised the importance of allowing his son to carve his own path in football.
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He stated, "He will follow his path, his career. I will be a proud father, I will be proud of what he wants to do. If he plays, 'top'. If he doesn't play, we tried. At least his father tried. But it won't be a problem either, in my opinion."
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As Portugal's U15 team continues in the tournament, with upcoming matches against Greece on 14 May and England on 16 May, all eyes will be on Ronaldo Jr. to see how he develops and whether he can emulate the remarkable achievements of his father.
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