Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez have been together since 2016, forming one of football’s most iconic couples. After nine years of partnership, Ronaldo proposed last August. However, the wedding date remained a mystery—until now. Reports confirm that the couple will tie the knot in the summer of 2026, after the World Cup, in the scenic Portuguese island of Madeira.
The ceremony will follow Christian traditions at Funchal Cathedral, with a luxurious reception at a nearby hotel. The venue holds a special significance for Ronaldo: it is just 1.5 miles from the hospital where he was born and three miles from the Nacional da Madeira stadium, where he spent his youth playing football.
On social media, Georgina shared a photo of her engagement ring and wrote, “Yes, I do. In this life, and every life.” In a recent interview with Piers Morgan Uncensored, Ronaldo admitted he isn’t typically a romantic person, but he wanted the proposal to be a special moment in their unique style.
Describing the proposal, Ronaldo said:
“It was one in the morning. The girls were asleep. A friend handed me the ring. Suddenly, my two sons said, ‘Dad, you’re giving Mum the ring, and proposing too.’ That’s when I knew it was the right time. I didn’t kneel because I wasn’t prepared. I said a short speech. I don’t fill rooms with flowers, but I made it romantic in my own way. I knew she was the one for life.”
As football’s first billionaire player, Ronaldo spared no expense for Georgina’s engagement ring. According to British engagement ring expert Laura Taylor, the diamond-studded ring is valued at nearly £1.5 million.
Table: Engagement Ring Details
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Price | £1.5 million |
| Metal | Platinum |
| Diamond | One or multiple main diamonds |
| Ceremony | Funchal Cathedral, Madeira |
| Reception | Luxury hotel, Madeira |
The couple already share five children. Following years of a committed relationship, fans are thrilled with the upcoming nuptials. Summer 2026 promises to be a landmark moment for Ronaldo and Georgina, marking a new chapter in their extraordinary life together.