Cristiano Ronaldo did not attend the funeral of Diogo Jota held on Saturday, July 5, 2025, in Gondomar, Portugal. As captain of Portugal, he was notably absent from both the Friday wake and Saturday’s funeral mass .
🕊️ Why he was absent
• On holiday with family: Ronaldo was reportedly vacationing in Majorca at the time .
• Avoiding a “media circus”: According to Portuguese outlets like Record and The Mirror, he chose not to attend to avoid overwhelming the solemn atmosphere of the funeral with his high-profile presence .
• Sent personal condolences: Instead, he personally reached out to Jota’s wife, Rute Cardoso, expressing support and assuring the family that he would always be there for them and Jota’s three young children #7000000000000000000
🕊️ Why he was absent
• On holiday with family: Ronaldo was reportedly vacationing in Majorca at the time .
• Avoiding a “media circus”: According to Portuguese outlets like Record and The Mirror, he chose not to attend to avoid overwhelming the solemn atmosphere of the funeral with his high-profile presence .
• Sent personal condolences: Instead, he personally reached out to Jota’s wife, Rute Cardoso, expressing support and assuring the family that he would always be there for them and Jota’s three young children #7000000000000000000
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