Many fans were surprised that Ronaldo did not go to Jota’s funeral, which took place at Igreja Matriz church in Gondomar on Saturday. His absence caused criticism and anger among people in Portugal.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s surprising decision to skip teammate Diogo Jota’s funeral was made out of respect for the grieving family, his sister claimed.. One of the biggest soccer stars in the world ...

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo's absence from teammate Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva's funeral on Saturday morning, July 5, has been greeted with backlash.

A wake for the two brothers was held yesterday, and their funeral was earlier today in in Gondomar, Portugal. Cristiano Ronaldo, Jota's close friend and Portugal teammate, did not attend.

Katia Aveiro has revealed what her brother Cristiano Ronaldo told her about the criticism he was subjected to for not ...

Cristiano Ronaldo did not attend Diogo Jota's funeral, instead paying tribute to his Portugal team-mate online - and his sister has defended his decision.

The sister of Cristiano Ronaldo has explained why the Portugal captain didn't attend Diogo Jota's funeral. The Al Nassr striker chose not to attend over concerns his presence would overshadow the day.

Cristiano Ronaldo's sister, Katia Aveiro, has responded to criticism of her brother's decision not to attend Diogo Jota's funeral. Jota and his brother ... commentators/social networks emphasising an ...

Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo, left, celebrates with his teammate Diogo Jota after he scored his side’s second goal during the Euro 2020 group B qualifying soccer match between Luxembourg and ...

Cristiano Ronaldo absence from Diogo Jota funeral explained as Portugal captain stays away Diogo Jota was laid to rest in Portugal with his Liverpool and international team-mates among those to ...

Cristiano Ronaldo, Jota's close friend and Portugal teammate, did not attend. Ronaldo had previously shared a heartfelt tribute to the recently-married 28-year-old on Instagram Friday.

Diogo Jota was an unused substitute in that game as Ronaldo's hat-trick secured a 3-1 win. Portugal went on to win the Nations League with a 1-0 win against the Netherlands in the final.