Cristiano Ronaldo To Miss Liverpool Clash After Baby Son's Death
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Ronaldo revealed the news on social media on Monday, sparking an out-pouring of support for the striker and his family from across the football world.
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"Family is more important than everything and Ronaldo is supporting his loved ones at this immensely difficult time," a statement on United's website said.
"As such, we can confirm that he will not feature in the match against Liverpool at Anfield on Tuesday evening and we underline the family's request for privacy.
"Cristiano, we are all thinking of you and sending strength to the family."
Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodriguez had revealed in a social media post last October that the couple was expecting twins.
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