Cristiano Ronaldo sent out a message of warning and support to his followers on social media amid the coronavirus outbreak.
The COVID-19 virus has caused global panic and, in the sporting world, has led to the postponement of Europe's top leagues and competitions.
Ronaldo's Juventus teammate Daniele Rugani tested positive for the virus and the Portuguese felt obliged to advise his over 207 million followers.
"The world is going through a very difficult moment which demands the utmost care and attention from all of us," Ronaldo wrote on social media.
"I speak to you today not as a football player, but as a son, father, a human being concerned with the latest developments that is affecting the whole world.
"It is important we all follow the advice of WHO (World Health Organization) and the governing bodies on how we handle this current situation. Protecting human life must come above any other interests.
"I would like to send my thoughts to everyone who has lost someone close to them, my solidarity to those who are fighting the virus, like my teammate Daniele Rugani, and my continued support to the amazing health professionals putting their own lives at risk to save others," Ronaldo concluded.
DarkKing2010
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The Right Man at the Right Time with The Right Words. Beautiful Words from The GOAT
jaeademors
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A single different among others always. Always Ronaldo is good man on field and off field thanks and many more for your concerning to world
Looacekln
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Cr7 has to make that release because of the childish altitudes and inhuman comments from some of his fans, even when it was reported that some of cr7 mates are victims of the deadly virus but they make a joke of everything since they got the news that cr7 is free! But what about his team mates? And more so what about you that make joke out of this matter? Or you think because you are cr7 fans you are exempted? People should be a little bit reasonable and think deeply! Corona virus is beyond cr7 🆚 anyone! So useless and unnecessary comments are disrespect to humans life and disrespect to players who are victims already. Like cr7 rightly said, today's survivors are tomorrow victims!
topceilrsu
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I'm a fan of both goats(messi and CR7)I like messi for his magic at the pitch but I prefer Ronaldo for his humanity...respect to CR7
JibriilWahil100
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He is absolutely right be safe people don't take unnecessary risks
KingJerryTheGreat
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He's right about that. We enjoy sports more than anything but won't be able to enjoy when the people to entertain us are not there. Save the WORLD GOD.....
Konfaako
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Very impressive. Using the wide range of followers to advice them on the current situation we have at hand.
Gunners4ever❤
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Wise words from the legend
Shina-Ayo
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Italy is the most affected Country in the World... That Speech is expected from Cristiano especially now that his teammates is infected and he is also isolated in his hometown in Portugal!
rotbcmort
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This is a statement from a very responsible adult. Not from a self centered human being. We pray for speedy recovery for all those fighting this plague. We ask for God's mercy upon all who have died and are suffering from this plague. By the stripes of Jesus Christ we were healed.
Amanda-
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If they had done this from the get go, things would be probably better now . Safety is absolutely important. Hope we don’t lose anyone to corona virus 🦠 stay safe you all .
JosephOjo
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Thanks for the the advise and word of encouragement. Hearing this from you help us to be stronger and careful with how we live our life in a time like this.
cleverley10
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I will never regret being your fan...your advice is special to the world..may God protect you, your family and everybody all over the world..let's be guided and follow instructions in order to win this coronavirus soon
DarkKing2010
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Cr7 has to make that release because of the childish altitudes and inhuman comments from some of his fans, even when it was reported that some of cr7 mates are victims of the deadly virus but they make a joke of everything since they got the news that cr7 is free! But what about his team mates? And more so what about you that make joke out of this matter? Or you think because you are cr7 fans you are exempted? People should be a little bit reasonable and think deeply! Corona virus is beyond cr7 🆚 anyone! So useless and unnecessary comments are disrespect to humans life and disrespect to players who are victims already. Like cr7 rightly said, today's survivors are tomorrow victims!
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OK, I understood what you said and you said some Beautiful things but what was the Need for Putting Messi's Photo? He isn't Related to what you said