Cristiano Ronaldo: Sporting CP honor legendary forward with special third kit for 2023/24 season

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 18:35 - 06 August 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo honoured by Sporting CP | Twitter

Portuguese side Sporting Losbon have unveiled a new jersey, paying tribute to the iconic Cristiano Ronaldo.

Cristiano Ronaldo, the legendary Portuguese forward has been honoured by former club Sporting with their new third kit.

The Jersey plays tribute to the 20 years since they moved to their new stadium Estadio Jose Alvalade., which also marks Ronaldo's debut for Sporting.

Ronaldo honoured by Sporting CP

In celebration of our home's 𝟐𝟎 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬, we present the Lions New Skin ✨

Now available 👉 https://t.co/Q9h5htTCCm pic.twitter.com/ZmSf102pt6
— Sporting CP English (@SportingCP_en) August 6, 2023

Travel back in time with us.

6th of August 2003 ➡️ 6th of August 2023.

2️⃣0️⃣ years of Estádio Jose Alvalade and 5️⃣ Ballon d'Or later, the best in the world are united in one piece.

Available now 👉 https://t.co/Q9h5htTCCm pic.twitter.com/zic8lmTSLP
— Sporting CP English (@SportingCP_en) August 6, 2023

Sporting's first game at the new stadium in 2003 was a friendly game against Manchester United, one in which a teenage Ronaldo dazzled.

In homage to Ronaldo's performance on that day, the club's new shirt will feature 'CR7' in place of the manufacturer's logo. "Travel back in time with us." A post from the club's Twitter account read.

"6th of August 2003 to the 6th of August 2023. 20 years of Estádio Jose Alvalade and 5 Ballon d'Or later, the best in the world are united in one piece."

Ruben Amorim's side will wear the black and gold home shirt in the upcoming season as they aim to improve on last season's fourth place in the Portuguese top flight.