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Cristiano Ronaldo made the most of the Saudi Pro League winter break and took his family on vacation to Lapland.
At 39 years old, the Portuguese icon continues to defy expectations, scoring 16 goals in 19 games this season for Al-Nassr.
However, despite their stellar form, Al-Nassr have struggled as a team under former AC Milan coach Stefano Pioli.
The club is currently fourth in the SPL standings, 11 points behind league leaders Al-Ittihad.
With the SPL on a mid-season break and matches not due to resume until January 9, Ronaldo took the opportunity to enjoy some downtime with his partner Georgina Rodriguez and their children.
The family opted for a magical trip to Lapland, the northernmost region of Finland, famous for its stunning northern lights, winter resorts and reputation as the official home of Santa Claus.
Merry Christmas everyone! 🎄 pic.twitter.com/gK4iOm9gP3
-Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) December 24, 2024
Ronaldo shared glimpses from the holiday on social media, including a striking photo of himself standing in the snow wearing only shorts.
She captioned the post: “Merry Christmas everyone,” beaming with holiday cheer.
While in Lapland, the family explored various activities, such as visiting Santa Claus and riding snowmobiles.
However, Ronaldo stayed away from skiing, as most footballers are typically prohibited from participating in high-risk sports due to injury issues outlined in their contracts.
Instead, Rodriguez and the kids tried skiing while Ronaldo enjoyed other aspects of the winter wonderland.
The trip marked a stark contrast to his life in Riyadh, where temperatures in December hover around 17 degrees.
In Lapland, however, the temperature can drop to -30ºC during the winter months, creating a completely different experience for the family.
Ronaldo will soon be back in action when Al-Nassr takes on Al-Okhdood in the SPL on January 9.
