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Cristiano Ronaldo draws Homelander comparisons with dodging bullets comment

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 3:07 AM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo draws Homelander comparisons with dodging bullets comment

Summary

Cristiano Ronaldo made a notable comment about criticism ahead of Portugal's UEFA Nations League match against Wales. He mentioned feeling targeted by media, claiming, 'They’ve tried to kill me, but only with a shotgun, but even then, I can dodge the bullet.' This led to fans comparing him to the character Homelander from The Boys. Ronaldo was previously uncertain about his international future but has decided to continue with the national team. He aims to contribute as younger players emerge and is close to reaching 1,000 career goals with 979 to his name.

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By the Numbers

•Ronaldo speaks before UEFA Nations League clash with Wales.
•He claims media criticism feels like an attempt to 'kill' him.
•His remarks invoke comparisons to Homelander from The Boys.
•Ronaldo has 979 career goals and aims for 1,000.
•He will play under coach Jorge Jesus in upcoming matches.

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3:07 AMYahoo Sports — Cristiano Ronaldo sparks ‘Homelander’ comparisons with bizarre ‘I can dodge the bullet’ comment

What they're saying

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Cristiano Ronaldo has sparked hilarious “Homelander” comparisons after making a bizarre comment about critics allegedly trying to “kill” him, insisting that he could even dodge a bullet. The Portugal captain was speaking ahead of the nation’s UEFA Nations League clash with Wales, with questions continuing over his international future following Portugal’s World Cup exit.
— Yahoo Sports

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