A Cristiano Ronaldo lookalike has been turning heads in Riyadh, with locals being treated to photo opportunities and a ‘Siuuu’ goal celebration.
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Portuguese superstar in the Middle EastShowing no sign of slowing down at 39Saudi supporters loving the CR7 showWHAT HAPPENED?
The real CR7 is unlikely to go walking the streets of Saudi Arabia by himself, as he would be mobbed by starstruck fans the moment that he stepped out of his front door. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner boasts a level of celebrity that means he has to carefully plan and monitor his movements.
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He would not go out wearing a ‘Ronaldo 7’ jersey either if he were to decide to stretch his legs during a break in playing duties. His doppelganger needs to attract attention somehow, though, and a bright yellow Al-Nassr shirt will help to catch the eye.
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Turkish native Gokmen Akdogan is the man in question, with a career being made from bearing some resemblance to Portuguese superstar Ronaldo. He has been out on the streets of Riyadh posing for selfies and entertaining those that found themselves asking: “Is that him?”