This archive report was first published on 15 November 2019.
On November 14, 2019, Cristiano Ronaldo made headlines for his kind gesture towards a desperate fan who invaded the pitch during Portugal's 6-0 win over Lithuania.
As Ronaldo scored his 55th career hat-trick, a fan seized the opportunity to get close to the Juventus forward, donning the famous number 7 Ronaldo jersey.
Instead of dismissing the fan, Ronaldo took a selfie with him and gave him a warm hug before he was escorted off the pitch by stewards.
The video of the incident went viral on social media, showing the fan between bouts of tears as he couldn't believe his luck of meeting his idol.
Ronaldo's kind gesture has warmed the hearts of many, and it's a testament to his humility and sportsmanship.
With this hat-trick, Ronaldo brings his total goals for Portugal to a staggering 96.
