Marcelo has publicly backed his former Real Madrid team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo in an emotional social media post, reviving memories of the pair’s successful years together at the Santiago Bernabeu.
The Brazilian shared a video showing him embracing Ronaldo warmly. He accompanied the footage with the words “Always with you” and an emoji expressing affection and appreciation.
Marcelo’s post quickly attracted widespread attention from football supporters around the world. Thousands of comments were added by Ronaldo’s fans, many of whom viewed the video as a gesture of loyalty from a celebrated period in the Portuguese forward’s career.
The message came as Ronaldo continued to receive tributes and expressions of support from former team-mates, current players and supporters across the world. Marcelo’s contribution underlined the enduring relationship between two of Real Madrid’s most recognisable modern-era players.
The social media post, shared on 2 October 2026, was described by El Chiringuito TV as: “Marcelo supports Cristiano. The Brazilian has shared this video with the Portuguese after what happened with Portugal.”
It was not the first time Marcelo had offered public support to Ronaldo. Just a few days earlier, the former Brazil international had shared another message concerning the legendary goalscorer, reinforcing the idea that their bond extends beyond their time on the football pitch.
Marcelo and Ronaldo spent several years together in the Real Madrid dressing room during one of the most successful eras in the club’s history. They formed a memorable partnership on the left side of the team and played important roles as Real Madrid entered a golden period in which they won every possible trophy.
Their time together made them key figures in one of the most successful generations the club has produced. Marcelo’s latest gesture recalled that shared history and once again placed him alongside Ronaldo as a friend and former team-mate.
