Overview
- President Trump publicly praised Cristiano Ronaldo at the gala and joked that his son Barron now respects him a bit more after meeting the player.
- The White House posted an official video of Trump and Ronaldo labeled "Two GOATS. CR7 x 45/47," highlighting the encounter across its social channels.
- Ronaldo attended as part of the Saudi delegation and was positioned prominently, reflecting his role as a symbol of the kingdom’s sports-led outreach.
- High-profile guests included Elon Musk, Apple CEO Tim Cook and FIFA president Gianni Infantino, with a widely shared selfie underscoring the event’s visibility.
- The administration said the visit produced "historic agreements" with Saudi Arabia, citing major investment commitments and defense cooperation alongside a civil nuclear pact, critical minerals collaboration and an AI memorandum.