Brazil legend Ronaldo has revealed that his iconic 2002 World Cup haircut was part of a scheme to distract the media from his ongoing injury troubles.

Former Barcelona and Real Madrid striker Ronaldo has claimed that his infamous haircut at the 2002 World Cup was to divert attention away from a high profile leg injury the forward had sustained ...

The 2002 World Cup is best known for Ronaldo's unique haircut and the iconic Brazil striker provided an insight into why he shaved his head.

The original Ronaldo scored eight goals on the way to Brazil lifting their fifth World Cup, but he's almost just as remembered for his absurd haircut than the ridiculous goalscoring tear he went ...

There are very few more memorable snapshots in the world of football than Ronaldo Nazario, a true legend of the beautiful game, sporting that unusual haircut at the 2002 World Cup – but what was ...

12-year-old boy was suspended from school after deciding to get the famous Ronaldo Nazario haircut from the 2022 World Cup following England 's 6-2 victory over Iran in their 2022 World Cup opener ...

More info Legendary former Brazil striker Ronaldo has revealed that his infamous haircut for the 2002 World Cup was actually a tactical plan to take the pressure off him.

A schoolboy has been sent home from lessons for having a Ronaldo-style haircut to honour of his Braziliian World Cup hero. In the spirit of the World Cup, Alfie Ransom, 12, asked his mum to cut ...

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In his prolific, all-time career, Portugal talisman striker Cristiano Ronaldo has usually made it a point to eventually score for his home nation. In 193 international appearances for Portugal ...

It is one of the most memorable and iconic haircuts in world football – the unique and distinctive style which Ronaldo adopted before Brazil’s semi-final against Turkey at the 2002 FIFA World ...