Lagos: Afrobeats star David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, has openly declared his admiration for football legend Cristiano Ronaldo, stating that he frequently communicates with the renowned player. During a livestream session with content creator and streamer Carter Efe, Davido shared his dedication as a Ronaldo fan and his support for the Portuguese national team.
According to Ghana Web, Davido revealed his allegiance to Portugal during the recent 2026 FIFA World Cup, attributing his support to personal connections with players in the team. "Because I have a lot of friends in the Portuguese team. I want Portugal to win," he expressed. When Efe inquired if this was due to Ronaldo, Davido confirmed, saying, "I love Ronaldo, I'm a CR7 fan."
Davido further elaborated on his relationship with Ronaldo, claiming he maintains ongoing conversations with the five-time Ballon d'Or winner. He casually mentioned, in Pidgin English, that he talks to the "legend back to back," even showing what seemed to be a chat conversation with Ronaldo on his phone during the livestream.
Efe's reaction was one of visible excitement, as he repeatedly exclaimed, "God, I don mad! I don mad! I don mad! I don mad!" The moment quickly gained traction on social media, capturing the attention of fans and followers alike.
While Davido has previously shown interest in football and has interacted with several international football stars, the authenticity of the chat displayed in the livestream remains unverified.