Summary
- Cristiano Ronaldo has once again become a trending topic on social media following Portugal’s thrilling 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 victory over Croatia.
- A viral video circulating online appears to show Ronaldo saying something to himself moments before taking a penalty kick.
- Fans noted that Ronaldo appeared to quietly repeat a phrase to himself before taking the penalty leading many to speculate that he was reciting “Bismillah.” Beyond the viral discussion, the penalty was also a significant milestone in Ronaldo’s career as it marked his first-ever goal in the knockout stage of a FIFA World Cup.
Cristiano Ronaldo has once again become a trending topic on social media following Portugal’s thrilling 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 victory over Croatia.
A viral video circulating online appears to show Ronaldo saying something to himself moments before taking a penalty kick. Many social media users have claimed that he was saying “Bismillah” (“In the name of God”) before striking the ball.
The clip has been widely shared across various platforms. However, there has been no official confirmation that Ronaldo actually uttered those words.
Fans noted that Ronaldo appeared to quietly repeat a phrase to himself before taking the penalty leading many to speculate that he was reciting “Bismillah.”
Beyond the viral discussion, the penalty was also a significant milestone in Ronaldo’s career as it marked his first-ever goal in the knockout stage of a FIFA World Cup.
It was also his third goal of the tournament helping Portugal fight back and secure victory over Croatia. Portugal’s win booked their place in the Round of 16 where they will face Spain.
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