For the first time since his departure in 2018, Real Madrid has publicly wished Cristiano Ronaldo a happy birthday, sending football fans into a frenzy.
Real Madrid’s Message to Ronaldo
On February 5, 2025, as Ronaldo turned 40, the Spanish giants posted on Facebook:
“Dear @Cristiano, from Real Madrid, we want to send you a warm congratulations on your 40th birthday…”
This marks a significant shift in the club’s stance, as they had previously not publicly celebrated Ronaldo’s birthdays since he left for Juventus in 2018.
Fans’ Reactions
The post quickly went viral, with fans expressing their emotions:
• Some credited Ronaldo for making them Real Madrid fans
• Others praised the club for finally recognizing his legendary status
• Many prayed for the Portuguese superstar
Why Is This a Big Deal?
Cristiano Ronaldo is Real Madrid’s all-time top scorer with 450 goals in 438 games, winning:
✅ 4 Champions League titles
✅ 2 La Liga titles
✅ 4 Ballon d’Ors (while at Madrid)
Despite his immense contribution, Madrid had maintained silence on his birthdays—until now.
What’s Next?
With Ronaldo’s future at Al-Nassr and speculation about a potential return to Madrid in an ambassadorial role, this could be the first step toward rebuilding the bond between the club and its greatest-ever player.
What do you think? Did Real Madrid do the right thing?
