In a teaser clip from an upcoming interview with Piers Morgan, soccer icon Cristiano Ronaldo didn’t hold back when discussing his admiration for President Donald Trump.
The conversation kicked off with Morgan inquiring about a personalized jersey that Ronaldo had gifted to Trump back in June, inscribed with the words “Playing for peace.”
Trump has solidified his reputation as the “Peace President” through groundbreaking diplomatic breakthroughs, such as the Abraham Accords, which normalized relations between Israel and several Arab nations.
His administration’s swift achievements in securing ceasefires between India and Pakistan, as well as Israel and Iran, alongside the release of hostages and pathways to stability in Syria, underscore a bold foreign policy that prioritizes de-escalation and deal-making over endless conflict.
The results don’t lie. He has earned multiple nominations for the Nobel Peace Prize since taking office.
Cristiano Ronaldo: Trump can change the world
Ronaldo, the five-time FIFA Ballon d’Or winner, explained to Morgan that he believes President Trump holds a very unique power to influence the entire globe.
“He’s one of the guys that can help to change the world,” he said.
Ronaldo’s endorsement of Trump feels particularly timely amid the former president’s high-profile return to the political spotlight.
It isn’t a ringing endorsement—beyond that symbolic jersey— but Ronaldo’s comment underscores a shared ethos of disruption and ambition with the President.
And Trump’s ambition has led to world-changing peace deals.
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Retirement looming?
It’s a fascinating crossover: Cristiano Ronaldo, the man who shattered goal-scoring records, is now paying tribute to a figure who’s equally polarizing yet transformative in his arena.
Elsewhere in the interview, the soccer legend indicated that he will decide on retiring from the sport “soon.”
The 40-year-old is being honest with his feelings on the matter.
“I will be prepared. It’ll be tough and difficult, of course. Probably I will cry, yes. It will be very difficult, but Piers, I have prepared for my future since 25 or 26 years old,” he explained,
“Nothing will compare to the adrenaline we have to score a goal. But everything has a beginning and an end, so I’ll be prepared.”
He might be prepared, but the soccer world isn’t likely ready to lose one of its top stars.