VIDEO: Did Ronaldo say "Bismillah" before the decisive penalty against Croatia?

2026-07-03 17:55:20Sport SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
VIDEO: Did Ronaldo say "Bismillah" before the decisive penalty against
Cristiano Ronaldo

A special moment from Cristiano Ronaldo has gone viral on social media during the 2026 World Cup.

Before taking the decisive penalty, which secured Portugal a draw (1-1) and then paved the way for qualification against Croatia (2-1) in the round of 32 of the World Cup, the Portuguese striker appears to say "Bismillah" three times.

The phrase “Bismillah” comes from Arabic and means “In the name of Allah (God).” It is widely used by Muslims before beginning an important action, as a sign of faith and seeking blessings.

The footage has been rapidly shared on social media, sparking online debate, with thousands of fans commenting on the 41-year-old's gesture, calling it a show of respect for Islamic faith and traditions.

However, there is no verified evidence confirming exactly what Ronaldo said, and the clip that has gone viral remains open to interpretation.

Although Ronaldo has not publicly declared himself a Muslim, he has on several occasions shown respect for Islamic culture and customs while playing for Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia.


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