‘We are with you’: Rashford, Bolt others  mourn with Ronaldo

Celebrities from the world of football and beyond sent their condolences to Cristiano Ronaldo after the Manchester United star revealed his newborn son has died. 

The 37-year-old announced in October 2021 that he was expecting twins with his partner Georgina Rodriguez, 28, but a statement from the couple on Monday revealed the death of their baby boy as 'the greatest pain', but said their baby girl survived.

Team-mate and England international Marcus Rashford led the tributes, saying on Twitter: 'Thoughts are with you and Georgina brother. I’m so sorry.'

Ronaldo's sister, Katia Aveiro, said on Instagram: 'I love you and my heart is all there on this side... May God take care of everything and strengthen your path more and more...

'Our little angel is already in her father's lap, and our little girl who is here firm and strong and full of health will teach us more and more that only love matters...' 

Jamaican world-record sprinter Usain Bolt, who is a United fan, replied to Ronaldo's Instagram post with three praying emojis, while Piers Morgan said: 'Heartbreaking news. My deepest condolences to you and all your family.' 

His club Manchester United stated their support, saying: 'Your pain is our pain. Sending love and strength to you and the family at this time.' 

Gary Lineker tweeted: 'Terribly sad news. Sincere condolences to you and your family.' 

His club Manchester United stated their support, saying: 'Your pain is our pain. Sending love and strength to you and the family at this time.'

Ronaldo's mother Dolores Aveiro replied to the Instagram with a sad-face emoji, while Diogo Dalot replied with a love heart.'

Team-mates such as Diogo Dalot, David de Gea and Alex Telles also replied with love-heart emojis as the dressing-room sent their support to their star player.