U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly praised Portuguese football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, calling him one of the greatest players in history. Trump shared a special message for Ronaldo on his TikTok account, which included an AI-generated clip showing him playing football alongside the star forward.
In the video, Trump said, “Ronaldo, you are one of the greatest players in history. We need you in America. Come immediately, we want you here as soon as possible.”
Background: Ronaldo’s White House Visit
The video comes after Ronaldo’s visit to the Oval Office in November last year. He was accompanied by a Saudi delegation during the trip, where he met President Trump and attended a formal dinner. At the time, Trump mentioned that his son is a big fan of Ronaldo and expressed gratitude for the visit.
This visit marked Ronaldo’s first trip to the U.S. since 2016, when he toured America with his former club, Real Madrid, for preseason matches.
Trump’s Growing Involvement in Football
Recently, Donald Trump has been actively engaging with football events. He attended the FIFA Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey and was honored at the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw during the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize ceremony.
Analysts suggest that Trump’s message may be an attempt to attract Ronaldo to Major League Soccer in the United States. This move could reignite the long-standing rivalry between Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, who is currently playing in the U.S.
Why This Matters
- Trump publicly acknowledging Ronaldo could boost MLS’s visibility in the U.S.
- Ronaldo’s potential move to the U.S. would reignite the historic Ronaldo-Messi rivalry on American soil.
- This AI-generated message shows the growing intersection of sports, politics, and digital media.
