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Cristiano Ronaldo Sparks Debate Over Possible Muslim Prayer Before World Cup Penalty
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First reported by Walla · 3 hours ago
What happened
A viral video of Cristiano Ronaldo before scoring a World Cup penalty sparked debate over whether he whispered a Muslim prayer or a Portuguese phrase. Past comments from a former teammate suggested Ronaldo's interest in Islam, but no official confirmation exists. The discussion continues without a definitive answer.
- 01Cristiano Ronaldo's pre-penalty video sparked speculation he whispered a Muslim prayer.
- 02Many believe he said 'Bismillah,' while others argue he said a Portuguese phrase encouraging himself.
- 03Former Al-Nassr teammate claimed Ronaldo showed interest in converting to Islam.
- 04Ronaldo's upcoming wedding is planned as a Catholic ceremony, complicating the narrative.
- 05No official confirmation or statement from Ronaldo has clarified the matter.
- 06The debate remains a popular topic on social media with no resolution yet.
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