FIFA World Cup 2026: Fans Taunt Cristiano Ronaldo With 'Messi' Chants, His Cool Reply Goes Viral (WATCH)

Cristiano Ronaldo had a classy response for fans who tried to get under his skin by chanting 'Messi' after Portugal's FIFA World Cup match against DR Congo. The star player, though clearly frustrated with the game, simply applauded the crowd before walking off. His reaction is now all over social media.

Houston: After a frustrating draw against DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup, Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo was targeted by Congo fans who tried to provoke him. As Ronaldo was walking off the field, the fans started chanting 'Messi, Messi'. Ronaldo had a disappointing game, and the match ended with both teams scoring one goal each.

Ronaldo, who is playing in his sixth World Cup, missed several good chances to score. As the game headed for a 1-1 draw, DR Congo fans in the stadium started loudly chanting Messi's name every time Ronaldo made a mistake. However, Cristiano handled the situation with a lot of maturity. He looked towards the gallery, applauded the fans, and then left the field.

🤯🚨 DR Congo fans chant ‘Messi’ after full time, Cristiano Ronaldo doesn't respond. pic.twitter.com/8UQUIGkD8y

— A D U (@cricfootadnan) June 17, 2026

🚨The crowd's chant as Cristiano Ronaldo left after the match ended:

"Messi, Messi, Messi." 🤯🇵🇹 pic.twitter.com/YZ02q6MsGz

— KinG £ (@xKGx__) June 17, 2026

Big Buzz on Social Media

Even as Ronaldo was walking through the tunnel after the match, looking disappointed, fans continued to chant Messi's name at him. Videos of this incident have gone viral on social media very quickly. This isn't the first time this has happened to Ronaldo. Fans of opposing teams in the Saudi Pro League often use Messi's name to provoke him. But for this to happen in the very first match of a huge tournament like the World Cup has become a major talking point in the football world. Unlike a similar situation in Saudi Arabia where he was banned for making a rude gesture, this time Ronaldo made sure to control himself.