April 20, (THEWILL) – From the seventh minute of Tuesday night’s game at Anfield, Liverpool and Manchester United fans will join together in a minute of applause in honour of Cristiano Ronaldo’s baby son, who tragically passed away.
As THEWILL reported on Monday, Ronaldo issued a statement confirming the death of one of his newborn twins with partner Georgina Rodriguez.
The statement 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.
“Our baby boy, you are our angel. We will always love you.”
Due to the devastating news, Man Utd announced on Tuesday morning that the star will not play at Anfield, but they have subsequently confirmed a fan-led gesture in which match-goers will join in a minute of applause in honour of his kid.
Both teams will have black armbands on their players.
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