‘Inspirational’ Cristiano Ronaldo shows off caring side as he plays football with young lad born without legs
Cristiano Ronaldo took the time out of his busy schedule to enjoy a kickaround with Ali Turganbekov, a boy born with no legs.
Fans online lined up to praise the Juventus winger as he became the latest famous face to pose with the young fan.
Ali was previously seen at the UEFA Super Cup final between Liverpool and Chelsea, taking part in the trophy presentation.
Iker Casillas, Xavi and UFC fighter Khabib Nurmagomedov are all featured on Ali's Instagram page.
Ronaldo, in the Middle East for the Dubai Sports Conference, wrote online: "It was a pleasure to meet you Ali. A truly inspiration [sic]."
A video accompanied the post, showing Ronaldo playing keepy-uppies with the disabled supporter.
One commenter called it: "Inspirational!!!"
MMA star Khabib posted under the video: "Legend."
Another supporter described Ronaldo as: "GOAT."
While fan Jonathan added: "And that is why this man goes down as the legendary player of our time."
Ronaldo, on his winter break from Juve's Serie A schedule, was honoured with a certificate at the Dubai event.
When he returns to action he will aim to keep a solid run of form going, having scored six in his last six outings.