Cristiano Ronaldo one of the best football players in the world was caught on camera knocking a young boy’s phone out of his hands
Frustration
The game ended with Everton scoring 1 and Manchester United 0.
Initially, fans did not believe that Ronaldo would do something like this and said that the news could not be true until multiple videos of Ronaldo were released on various social media platforms
Ronaldo who was injured after the game was seen limping out of the stadium with a help of an escort.
Moments later he swipes down hard on a little boy’s phone and the phone hits the ground.
In case anyone still believe United’s laughable claim that “it isn’t clear that Ronaldo’s swipe was intentional”… @ManUtd #EVEMNU #Ronaldo @SkySportsPL @SkySportsNews @SkySports @NBCSportsSoccer @Everton pic.twitter.com/itPLcV4rVB
— Chris Authement (@dominothement) April 9, 2022
Hero to villain in a second
The 14-year-old autistic boy Jake Harding was later identified by British media SkyNews.
The boy was not able to comprehend what happened until he got back home.
Apology
Shortly after the matter has been blown all over his face by the media, Ronaldo posted on his Instagram stating:
It’s never easy to deal with emotions in difficult moments such as the one we are facing. Nevertheless, we always have to be respectful, patient and set the example for all the youngsters who love the beautiful game. I would like to apologize for my outburst and, if possible, I would like to invite this supporter to watch a game at Old Trafford as a sign of fair-play and sportsmanship.
Netizens said that his apology is half-a. Telling him that actions are louder than words prompting Ronaldo to buy the boy a replacement phone.