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Cristiano Ronaldo joins Esports World Cup 2025 as Global Ambassador

Star Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has been announced as the Global Ambassador for the upcoming Esports World Cup.

The 40-year-old will be the face of the second edition of the Esports World Cup, which is taking place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, between July 8 and August 24 later this year.

The 2025 Esports World Cup will feature a total of 24 esports titles across 25 events, including Apex Legends, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Call of Duty: Warzone, Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, Free Fire, League of Legends, PUBG Mobile, Rocket League, VALORANT, among others. 

On his new role, Ronaldo commented:

Sport is always evolving – and esports is one more frontier. The commitment, drive, talent, and intensity I have been able to see in esports athletes is no different from what I’ve experienced on the pitch. I’m proud to stand alongside these competitors and be part of a global event that’s inspiring a new generation.

Aditya Chaudhuri

Hailing from the City of Joy, the things that bring me joy are cricket, a good non-tilt CS:GO session, F1 and movies.

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