Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is venturing into the world of mixed martial arts, bringing together football and combat sports in a groundbreaking partnership.
The Portuguese superstar, currently representing Al-Nassr and the national team, revealed that he has become a shareholder in the Spanish MMA promotion WOW FC.
Ronaldo shared the announcement on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, stating, “I’m excited to share some big news: I will become a shareholder of @wowfcmma! We share values I truly believe in – discipline, respect, resilience, and the constant pursuit of excellence.”
He added, “WOW FC is creating something unique and powerful, and I’m proud to join this project to help grow the sport and inspire the next generation.” Ronaldo also noted that his fascination with MMA has been longstanding and that he sees WOW FC as a venture with huge potential.
WOW FC co-owner Giga Topuria welcomed Ronaldo’s involvement, calling it “a powerful moment for the entire sport,” and emphasized that together they aim to elevate MMA to unprecedented levels.
In a statement, the promotion expressed their excitement: “We are thrilled to announce that Cristiano Ronaldo will join WOW as a leading partner. Cristiano is more than a sports icon; he is a global role model on and off the field. One of the greatest athletes of all time is joining our family to help accelerate the worldwide growth of MMA.”
