The first part of UEFA Nations League quarterfinals saw an intense battle between Denmark and Portugalbut the moment stole the limelight came After the decisive goal. When the ball hit the back of the net in 78th minuteManchester United strikers Rasmus Hojlund rolled away in the celebration – to copy Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic “Siu” celebration.
The 40-year-old Portuguese legend saw from the pitch when Hojlund performed the very feature he praisedSparkling speculation about the young Danish forward acclaimed or mocked the veteran. Social media rapidly eruptedWith some fans who accuse the young ace of disrespect, while others saw it as a tribute.
After the accusations he had mocked the veteranThe Danish was quick to clarify their intentions. Spoken to Danish transmitter TV2The 22-year-old striker insisted that his gesture came from a place on admiration rather than disrespectful.
“It’s for my idol,” Hojlund revealed. “It wasn’t for mocking him or anything. He has had such a huge impact on me and my football career. Maybe it’s a bit ambivalent, but to score against him and Portugal is huge.”
Hojlund makes Ronaldo’s celebration after scoring Portugal
He even shared a childhood memory of looking at Ronaldo gets a free kick in 2011A moment that shaped his admiration for the five times the Ballon d’Or winner. “I remember he made a free kick in 2011 when I went to watch the match, and since then I’ve been a big Cristiano fan.”
Ronaldo breaks his silence on Hojlund’s celebration
Now, Ronaldo himself has taken up the situationAnd his answer has an unthinkable warning for the young striker. Before the second leg between Portugal and DenmarkRonaldo spoke at a press conference on Hojlund’s choice of celebration, which made it clear that he Harbores no sick feelings.
“Hojlund who makes my celebration is not a problem. I know it wasn’t out of respect,” Ronaldo told the media. “I understand that not only him, but in all sports, there are people who celebrate like me.”
Then came His ominous eight-word messageone who suggested a potential response to the plan: “I hope that tomorrowHe will be the one who sees me celebrate! “ The message left the fans wondering –Will the Portugues have the last word in Lisbon?
Next: Crucial Showdown in Lisbon
The Second leg between Portugal and Denmark will be played on Jose alvoored Stadiowhere the al-Nassr captain and his teammates will do Try to turn the deficit and move on to the Nations League semi -finals.
The scene is now set on CR7 to answer – not only in words, but with actions on the pitch. He will deliver a performance that is worthy of his legendary statusOr will Hojlund and Denmark Knock out of the competition? One thing is certain –All eyes will be on RonaldoWaiting to see if he gets Final words in this battle with the celebration.
