Aveiro defended her brother after missing a penalty for Portugal in the match against Slovenia.
Cristiano Ronaldo's sister, Katia Aveiro, has become a vocal defender of her brother on social media following his emotional penalty miss against Slovenia at Euro 2024.
Portugal needed a penalty shootout to advance to the last eight after Cristiano Ronaldo missed a penalty in extra time.
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Despite his initial tearful reaction, Ronaldo stepped up during the penalty shootout to convert Portugal's first attempt, leading his team to victory.
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Social Media Support
Aveiro took to social media to express unwavering support for Ronaldo. She shared a picture of him crying with a message: "Win and win... you've always been part of it... you're great."
She also posted a photo of Ronaldo being consoled by the manager, urging him to "lift his head."
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This isn't Aveiro's first time defending Ronaldo online. Previously, she aimed at his rival, Lionel Messi, following Messi's Ballon d'Or win last year.