Ronaldo Visit to White House Sparks Trump Boast About Barron
WASHINGTON – A recent White House visit by soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo with former President Donald Trump and his son, Barron, has prompted Trump to publicly praise teh interaction, highlighting Barron’s apparent enthusiasm for the athlete. The meeting,wich occurred earlier this week,was confirmed by Trump on his social media platform,Truth Social,accompanied by photos.
The encounter took place as Ronaldo is in the United States promoting his new sports drink, “Ursu,” and preparing for potential appearances with his club team, Al Nassr, during a summer tour. Trump’s post detailed how Ronaldo specifically requested to meet with Barron, whom he described as a “very big fan.”
“Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the greatest soccer players of all time, wanted to meet my son, Barron, who is a tremendous fan. A very special moment!” Trump wrote on Truth Social. Photos accompanying the post show Ronaldo and Barron shaking hands and posing for pictures with the former President.
This isn’t the first time Trump has publicly discussed his son’s interests. Barron,now 18,largely remained out of the spotlight during his father’s presidency,with trump ofen referencing his height and academic achievements.
Ronaldo’s visit comes amid growing interest in soccer within the United States, fueled by the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup which will be co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico. The portuguese captain’s presence is expected to further elevate the sport’s profile. He has previously expressed admiration for the United States and its growing soccer fanbase.
