Cristiano Ronaldo, the renowned Portuguese footballer, recently found himself in a lighthearted moment while shooting a promotional video. In the video, Ronaldo struggled to pronounce the name of a brand called Zuju, leading to multiple retakes and moments of laughter. The incident was captured on Instagram and shared with his massive following.
The promotional video was for an endorsement deal with Kickoff by Zuju, a free-to-play football game available on smartphones. As Ronaldo attempted to say the brand’s name correctly, he faced challenges and required several attempts before finally getting it right.
While the mispronunciation added a humorous touch to the video, it’s worth noting that Ronaldo’s influence and popularity remain unmatched. With millions of followers on Instagram, he recently became the first person to reach the milestone of 600 million followers on the platform. His immense following and wide reach have made him a commercial powerhouse, with endorsements from renowned brands like Nike, Armani, Tag Heuer, Herbalife, and Castrol, among others. He has also recently struck deals with LiveScore and Clear.
Aside from his athlete and endorsement endeavors, Ronaldo is also an entrepreneur who owns a chain of hotels under the brand name Pestana CR7. Additionally, he has his own clothing brand using his initials ‘CR7’.
Ronaldo’s football journey took a turn last year when he announced his move to the Saudi Arabian football club Al Nassr. Despite leaving European football, he remains one of the most valuable athletes in the world.
During his stint at Manchester United, Ronaldo initially showcased his talent and finished as the club’s top goal-scorer in his first season after returning. However, tensions between him and coach Erik ten Hag eventually grew, leading to controversy and a revealing interview from Ronaldo about the situation. The strained relationship ultimately prompted his departure from the club, resulting in a move to Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia.
Since joining Al Nassr, Ronaldo has been in good form. After a strong pre-season, he demonstrated his brilliance on the field during the Arabian Club Champions Cup. One of his notable contributions was a 75th-minute penalty goal in the semi-final against Al-Shorta, helping his team reach the final against Al-Hilal.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s prominence in the world of football, his commercial success, and his remarkable performances continue to solidify his status as one of the sport’s greatest icons. Despite a momentary struggle with pronunciation, Ronaldo’s accomplishments and impact transcend linguistic hurdles, captivating fans and curious onlookers around the globe.
