Banco Confirms No 7-Euro Note Issued for Cristiano Ronaldo
On December 4, 2025, Banco de Portugal (BdP) clarified that it has not issued a commemorative banknote for footballer Cristiano Ronaldo. Reports claiming a 7-euro note honoring the player are false, the central bank said in a statement.
The Bank of Portugal has become aware of false publications, disseminated on social media, regarding the issuance, by the Bank of Portugal, of a 7 euro banknote in homage to the footballer Cristiano Ronaldo. The Bank of Portugal clarifies that it has not issued, nor put into circulation, nor does it plan to issue or put into circulation, any banknote alluding to the personality in question. It is further clarified that the issuance of euro banknotes by the Bank of Portugal is done within the framework of the Eurosystem.
Publico quoting Banco de Portugal
Viral Social Media Posts Spread Incorrect Information Quickly
Several posts on Facebook, X, and other platforms suggested that a special Ronaldo banknote would soon be released. These claims are untrue.
https://twitter.com/EleicaoBr2026/status/1996322251470430530
(+++FAKE NEWS+++) PORTUGAL| The Central Bank of Portugal has unveiled plans to launch a special 7 euro note before the 2026 World Cup, celebrating the country's greatest player of all time, Cristiano Ronaldo (+++FAKE NEWS+++)
Central Bank Explains Euro Notes Are Issued Through Eurosystem Rules
BdP reminded the public that all euro notes follow strict procedures set by the Eurosystem. Personal tributes to individuals are not allowed, meaning a note for Ronaldo could not be issued under these rules.
People on Social Media Question If the News Is Real
While many users recognize this as an obvious hoax, some are unsure due to a lack of knowledge about banking regulations, especially since 7-euro notes do not exist. They are indeed wondering if the news is true.
Could this be true?? Well time will tell.
As sourced the Portugal’s central bank, the Banco de Portugal, has revealed plans to release a special 7-euro note before the 2026 World Cup, in place of celebrating the nation’s all-time greatest player, Cristiano Ronaldo GOAT.
This will off some opposition fans, if it comes to be true.
Sources: Diário de Notícias Madeira, Publico
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