NewsMeter also debunked the claim. A statue of Ronaldo, not matching the one in the Threads post’s image, was unveiled in Times Square in February 2025, according to the New York Post.

FUNCHAL, Portugal -- Cristiano Ronaldo has an airport named after him, but it was his odd-looking statue that attracted attention in Wednesday's ceremony honoring the Portugal star in his hometown ...

A statue of Ronaldo, not matching the one in the Threads post’s image, was unveiled in Times Square in February 2025, according to the New York Post. Show comments Advertisement ...