Sunday. 22.12.2024

Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodriguez have announced that their baby son has died.

The couple released a message that appeared on Manchester United and Portugal forward Ronaldo's social media accounts late on Monday.

It read: "It is with our deepest sadness we have to announce that our baby boy has passed away. It is the greatest pain that any parents can feel.

"Only the birth of our baby girl gives us the strength to live this moment with some hope and happiness. We would like to thank the doctors and nurses for all their expert care and support.

"We are all devastated at this loss and we kindly ask for privacy at this very difficult time.

Expecting twins

"Our baby boy, you are our angel. We will always love you."

Ronaldo had announced in a social media post in October that he and Rodriguez were expecting twins.

Cristiano Ronaldo and partner announce death of baby boy