During his visit to Saudi Arabia, Do Kim Phuc, a s𝓀𝒾𝓁𝓁ful football player with an artistic flair, had the incredible opportunity to spend some precious moments with none other than Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese football superstar graciously bestowed his autograph upon Kim Phuc, leaving an indelible mark on this cherished encounter.
In a recent memorable experience, Do Kim Phuc had the opportunity to visit the Al Nassr Football Club, the training grounds and playing field of the legendary Portuguese player, Cristiano Ronaldo. This visit fulfilled Kim Phuc’s long-standing dream of meeting his idol.
Excitement filled the air for Kim Phuc as he counted down the four days leading up to his meeting with C. Ronaldo. Thanks to the support of the Saudi Arabian embassy, the visa processing for his journey was expedited, taking only a single day.
To show his admiration and appreciation for the football superstar, the talented Vietnamese player took it upon himself to prepare a special gift. He asked his sister to create a unique conical hat adorned with the iconic celebration image of Ronaldo. The hat also featured the flags of both Portugal and Vietnam, along with the heartfelt message, “From Vietnam with love.”
However, just when everything seemed perfectly arranged, a moment of panic struck Kim Phuc. Two hours before his flight, he discovered that the drawings on the hat had faded. Swiftly, his sister took matters into her hands and hastily drove from their home to the airport to redraw the images. With great relief, they completed the gift just in time, and Kim Phuc became the last person to board the plane at that moment.
This whirlwind adventure, filled with anticipation and a touch of anxiety, showcases the heartwarming lengths that Kim Phuc went through to demonstrate his admiration for Cristiano Ronaldo.
Kim Phuc had a memorable encounter with C. Ronaldo during a closed practice session with Al Nassr Club in Arab. Witnessing Ronaldo in action left Kim Phuc at a loss for words, as recording was strictly prohibited during the session. Interestingly, the players’ 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥ren were also allowed to join the practice on a separate corner of the field. Ronaldo’s presence at Al Nassr seemed to have a profound impact on the team, as he not only participated in training with each group but also provided motivation to his teammates.
Following the training, Kim Phuc and a companion were fortunate enough to have a brief meeting with Ronaldo. Overwhelmed with excitement, Kim Phuc felt a sense of disbelief as Ronaldo signed an autograph and gave her a friendly pat on the shoulder. This encounter felt like a dream come true, as Kim Phuc had long held the aspiration of meeting Ronaldo in person ever since watching him play for Manchester United in 2003 and being inspired by his impeccable s𝓀𝒾𝓁𝓁s. Now, after two decades, that dream had finally become a reality for Kim Phuc.
Do Kim Phuc had the incredible opportunity to personally gift Portuguese football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo with a traditional Vietnamese conical hat. The experience left a lasting impression on Kim Phuc, who recalls the moment with great fondness. “When Ronaldo learned that I had given him the hat, he was incredibly happy and excited,” Kim Phuc shares. “I told him that it was a gift from his sister and that both of us were fans of his. I also expressed my deep admiration for CR7. However, I spoke quickly and nervously, which made Ronaldo give me a blank look and say, ‘You guys…you don’t understand what I’m saying.’”
Concluding his journey of “chasing” his idol, Kim Phuc admits to feeling some regret that he couldn’t fully express what he wanted to say to Ronaldo. Nevertheless, the opportunity to meet the Portuguese superstar and gift him with a traditional Vietnamese item was beyond anything he could have imagined. Kim Phuc vows to continue practicing diligently, with the hope of participating in tournaments around the world. This will provide him with more opportunities to visit different places, meet more famous individuals, and showcase the beauty of Vietnamese culture to international friends in the future.