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Ronaldo's Jersey: The Unwashable Legend

14 December 2025

Ronaldo's Jersey: The Unwashable Legend
Ronaldo's jersey moment becomes talk of the Saudi Pro League.

Shirt Sparks a Frenzy

The shirt of Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo, captain of Al-Nassr, drove his countryman Georgi Fernandez, a player for Al-Fateh, to distraction, who reveres him as a beacon in world football.

A Jersey Moment

Ronaldo remains one of football’s brightest legends, thanks to record-breaking numbers, team and individual titles, and a strict diet and training routine that inspires most athletes.

Fernandez recounted on the show 'In the Net' that he asked his friend Diogo Dalot, a Manchester United player, to ask Ronaldo if he could obtain his shirt before last season’s clash.

Dalot said he relayed the request, and Ronaldo agreed to lend his shirt, a moment that filled Georgi with immense joy.

Afterwards, he recalls, Ronaldo seemed irritated following a draw with Nasr, yet Georgi approached him and said, 'Cristiano, I’m Dalot’s friend and asked for your shirt.'

Supposedly, Ronaldo stormed to the locker room, and for a moment the chances seemed lost, until a close associate whispered that the shirt was indeed Fernandez’s.

He celebrated with his family, hung the jersey at home, and swore not to wash it, for it carries the sweat of the idol he adores.

Punchline: Ronaldo's jersey has more fans than my entire wardrobe. Punchline 2: If only laundry had Dalot’s speed—cleaning would be instant!

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Michael Whooosh

I am Michael Whooosh, an English sports journalist born in 1986. Passionate about surfing, poetry, and beekeeping, I share my human and sensitive view of sports.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who sought Ronaldo's shirt?

Georgi Fernandez asked through his teammate Diogo Dalot.

What happened after the request?

Ronaldo initially seemed irritated following a draw, but a close associate ultimately gave Fernandez the shirt.

What did Fernandez do with the shirt?

He celebrated with his family and hung the jersey at home, choosing not to wash it as a keepsake.