Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
National
Rebecca Newlands

'Beyond jealous': Ronaldo delights screaming fans at appearance in Scotland

CRISTIANO Ronaldo has delighted fans by signing shirts during an appearance in a Scottish town.

The legendary footballer is in the country with the Portugal national team before they face Scotland in the Nations League at Hampden on Tuesday. 

Ahead of the big fixture, the Portuguese squad has been training at the SMiSA stadium, the home ground of St Mirren in Paisley.

As soon as the news broke, crowds made their way to the iron gates to catch a glimpse of the GOAT. 

@craigferguson_1 Ronaldo signature in Paisley, My life is Complete 🇵🇹🤯 #ronaldo #cristianoronaldo #cr7 #scotland #stmirrenpark #scotlandvsportugal ♬ original sound - Craig Ferguson 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

The 39-year-old was captured in numerous TikTok videos signing shirts and other items for a crowd of screaming, starstruck fans before making his way back to training.

Fans who didn't get to St Mirren Park in time to meet Ronaldo shared their thoughts, with one commenting that they were "beyond jealous".

Another said: "Never thought I’d see Ronaldo outside St Mirren Park."

A third added: "When will my time come to see CR7?"

It comes after we reported that the former Manchester United star was spotted enjoying the flume at the swimming pool in Cameron House hotel.

The Portuguese squad are staying at the plush Loch Lomond establishment while they are in Scotland. 

Scotland v Portugal kicks off tonight at 7.45pm. 

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.