In the video.. "In the name of God" Ronaldo’s secret that caused controversy at the World Cup

He also repeated the basmala with victory.

Not lost on the World Cup lens, Cristiano Ronaldo once again drew attention before scoring the fatal penalty against Croatia in the 32nd round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup when he mouthed the phrase “In the name of God” in the moment of concentration that preceded the strike.

The strike came at a pivotal moment in a clash at BMO Field with Portugal trailing by a goal. With enviable consistency, the Don converted a 68th-minute equalizer to put his country back in the mood for the match, which later ended in a thrilling 2-1 victory for the Portuguese before the captain left the field in the 80th minute.

The short phrase, caught on camera, recalled a behavior that has become a hallmark of Ronaldo’s recent career, whether with Saudi Arabia’s Al-Nasr or with Portugal, where he resorts to repeating spiritual phrases as part of his mental rituals before crucial moments.

As always, the detail became a topic of conversation on social media platforms within minutes, as Ronaldo’s fans make his every move, word and look a rich topic of discussion. Between those who saw it as a moment of faith and those who saw it as just a professional routine, the truth remains one. Cristiano doesn’t just score goals, he creates events even before he touches the ball.

In the name of God.. In the name of God 😊 pic.twitter.com/pviuTzaqAB

– Ibrahim Fayek – Ibrahim Fayek (@IbrahimFayek) July 3, 2026

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