Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodríguez announced on Monday that their newborn son has died.
During the big rivalry match between Manchester United, Ronaldo’s team, and Liverpool on Tuesday, the fans in Anfield Stadium honored Ronaldo’s tragedy during the seventh minute. Ronaldo sports No. 7 on his jersey.
The crowd erupted in the song “You’ll Never Walk Alone,” an anthem for Liverpool, with fans clapping throughout. The fans looked past the rivalry during this moment to support one of soccer’s greatest during a time of sadness.
Play continued on the field during the song.