Cristiano Ronaldo’s Son Scores Penalty and Pulls Off Father’s Iconic SIU Celebration (Watch Video)
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., 16, is anticipated to feature for Al-Nassr's U21 team against AL Watan U21 in today's U21 Elite League match at 6:15 PM UTC. The young prodigy, born June 17, 2010, has impressed in youth ranks, scoring a U16 hat-trick in April 2026. Fans hope to see his iconic 'Siu' celebration, previously seen after goals for youth teams.
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr has once again caught the attention of the football world after converting a composed penalty for Al-Nassr’s youth side and performing his father’s trademark ‘Siu’ celebration. The moment, captured on video and widely circulated across social media platforms, highlighted the teenager’s growing presence within the Saudi club’s academy setup. Cristiano Ronaldo Jr, born on June 17, 2010, has been a prominent figure in Al-Nassr's youth setup since joining, following in the footsteps of his legendary father. Robot Recreates Cristiano Ronaldo's Iconic SIU Celebration After Scoring Goal At World Humanoid Robot Games (Watch Video).
Cristiano Ronaldo Brings Out SIU Celebration
Stepping up to the penalty spot during an academy fixture in Riyadh, the youngster calmly dispatched the ball into the back of the net, sending the opposing goalkeeper the wrong way.
Immediately after scoring, Ronaldo Jr sprinted towards the corner flag, leapt into the air with a mid-air rotation, and landed in his father’s signature pose with outstretched arms. Academy team-mates quickly rushed to join him in the celebration, emulating the routine made famous by the five-time Ballon d'Or winner throughout his senior career. Cristiano Ronaldo Becomes First Footballer To Score Goals in 25 Consecutive Football Seasons.
The goal is not the first time Ronaldo Jr has mirrored his father's on-field style. Throughout his development, the forward has represented youth academies at Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus, following his father’s club transfers across Europe before joining Al-Nassr's academy system.
In addition to his club performances in Saudi Arabia, Ronaldo Jr has also earned international recognition, featuring for Portugal’s youth national teams where he has similarly donned the number 7 shirt.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 23, 2026 12:30 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).