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Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by myfootballface: 5:18am On Oct 05, 2018
Nike has said it is "deeply concerned" by rape allegations against footballer Cristiano Ronaldo.


The US sportswear giant - which has a contract worth a reported $1bn (£768m) with Ronaldo - said it would "continue to closely monitor the situation", the Associated Press reports.

EA Sports, which also has a contract with Ronaldo, made similar comments.

Ronaldo, 33, earlier "firmly" denied assaulting Kathryn Mayorga at a Las Vegas hotel in 2009.

Ms Mayorga, the 34-year-old former US teacher, was inspired to speak out by the #MeToo movement, her lawyer said.

What did Nike and EA Sports say?

In a statement, Nike said: "We are deeply concerned by the disturbing allegations and will continue to closely monitor the situation."

Meanwhile, EA Sports told the AP: "We have seen the concerning report that details allegations against Cristiano Ronaldo.

"We are closely monitoring the situation, as we expect cover athletes and ambassadors to conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with EA's values."

In a separate development, Juventus - the Italian club Ronaldo joined from Real Madrid for £99.2m in July - came out in defence of its player.

In a tweet, Juventus said: "Cristiano Ronaldo has shown in recent months his great professionalism and dedication, which is appreciated by everyone at Juventus."

How has Ronaldo responded?

The Portuguese international had previously said the allegation, first reported in German magazine Der Spiegel, was "fake news".

On Wednesday, he issued a statement through his Twitter account:

I firmly deny the accusations being issued against me. Rape is an abominable crime that goes against everything that I am and believe in. Keen as I may be to clear my name, I refuse to feed the media spectacle created by people seeking to promote themselves at my expense.
— Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) October 3, 2018


My clear conscious will thereby allow me to await with tranquillity the results of any and all investigations.
— Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) October 3, 2018


Der Spiegel said Ms Mayorga had filed a report with Las Vegas police shortly after the alleged incident.
But the next year, she reportedly reached an out-of-court settlement with Ronaldo involving a $375,000 (£288,000) payment for agreeing never to go public with the allegations.

Her lawyers are now seeking to declare the non-disclosure agreement void.

In a lawsuit, Ms Mayorga says she met Ronaldo at the Rain Nightclub in the Palms Hotel and Casino, and that he raped her in his penthouse suite.

Mr Stovall said his client had suffered from major depression and considered suicide since the alleged assault almost a decade ago.
He said a psychiatrist had diagnosed Ms Mayorga with post-traumatic stress disorder.

Las Vegas police confirmed on Tuesday they had initially investigated a complaint in June 2009, but added they had no suspect in the case.

"At the time the report was taken, the victim did not provide detectives with the location of the incident or suspect description," a statement said.
"As of September 2018, the case has been reopened and our detectives are following up on information being provided," it added.

Ronaldo's lawyers have previously said they will sue Der Spiegel magazine over its reporting.

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-45753889

Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by myfootballface: 5:20am On Oct 05, 2018
I firmly hope the real truth comes out of all this in the end, and whoever is guilty- Ronaldo or the accuser, face the full wrath. Rape is a serious issue, and so is wrongful accusation.

Though I honestly can't say why, but each time I read this story, my gut feeling tells me Ronaldo is not entirely innocent here grin Time will tell hopefully

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by ObaKlaz: 6:32am On Oct 05, 2018
This Ronaldo... When his tax-evasion rumours broke out then, he rushed online, tried to discharge and acquit himself, and accused people of targetting him out of jealousy. In the end, he was nailed and found guilty of perpetuating even bigger tax evasion than Messi. And now, he's rushed online again to talk about his ''clear conscience''... Please, let dilligent investigations be made, and let whoever is found guilty be punished.

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by chukxie(m): 7:43am On Oct 05, 2018
Fear women. After spending the money she was paid for her non disclosure agreement, she and her lawyer(s) are now hungry for more money because of the platform the "MeToo" movement has afforded them. Fear women ooo!

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by Sultty(m): 8:30am On Oct 05, 2018
In as much I'm a fan of cr7 I'll say that u r a big fool. Now everything he worked hard for is about to be taken away from him

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by Originality007: 8:30am On Oct 05, 2018
undecided
Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by kingthreat(m): 8:30am On Oct 05, 2018
myfootballface:
I firmly hope the real truth comes out of all this in the end, and whoever is guilty- Ronaldo or the accuser, face the full wrath. Rape is a serious issue, and so is wrongful accusation.

Though I honestly can't say why, but each time I read this story, my gut feeling tells me Ronaldo is not entirely innocent here grin Time will tell hopefully

So she allowed Ronaldo to Fvck her. But Ronaldo forcefully azzfvcked her. Please is that an accusation? If Ronaldo's career was similar to that of Odion Ighalo, you think we would be hearing this story?

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by exceltech: 8:30am On Oct 05, 2018
This is a standard response from the sport brands.
Further development will determine whether they will disengage him.

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by fasho01(m): 8:30am On Oct 05, 2018
I sincerely hope this ain't another Tiger Woods scenario playing out for the G. O. A. T

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by JoanHicks(f): 8:30am On Oct 05, 2018
Sometimes I wonder how possible is it for someone who many girls wish to have will attempt to rape someone else, he's damn rich to have any girl of his choice, that's why most of all these celebrities always stay away from unfriendly friends called girls, they're acidic



Though I don't know the truth but I don't think Ronaldo can do such

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by Nbote(m): 8:30am On Oct 05, 2018
Ronaldo is not entirely innocent of d claims. D mere fact dat there was a settlement to not disclose d incidence afta it happened means he's guilty of d allegations.... It's obviously something which wasn't a big deal wen it happened considering she accepted a pay off den... D problem here now is He stands a risk of losing his huge sponsorship deals. Ryt from d tym of Adam, women have always been d cause of a man's downfall

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by KingLennon(m): 8:31am On Oct 05, 2018
Ronaldo of all people raped you? C'mmon it was consensual sex. She is trying to blackmail him to get more money.

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by mjbaba: 8:31am On Oct 05, 2018
But she had been settled.

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by pafo(m): 8:32am On Oct 05, 2018
[quote]Mr Stovall said his client had suffered from major depression and considered suicide since the alleged assault almost a decade ago.
He said a psychiatrist had diagnosed Ms Mayorga with post-traumatic stress disorder.[quote]

Just imagine the nonsense psychiatry and psychology has caused.

Stupid woman!

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by Nobody: 8:32am On Oct 05, 2018
If the story is true the woman should also be jailed.

Why should a rape victim collect money from her rapist ? So she has finished the money and want another money?

The fact that she took settlement in the first place makes her to lose all creditability of this story.

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by phoenix90(m): 8:33am On Oct 05, 2018
God's got you, CR7. You'll come out of this way better than the haters. They're just jealous because you're rich, handsome and talented.
The lady just want a piece of the pie, she ain't getting any. tongue

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by NigerianBae: 8:33am On Oct 05, 2018
Stars always get shots
Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by Coutinho14: 8:33am On Oct 05, 2018
let the guilty party be prosecuted and brought to justice, knowing Ororo I won't be surprised if he actually raped a woman

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by neyop85(m): 8:33am On Oct 05, 2018
Hungry ladies everywhere looking to profit where they didn't sow.

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by femi4: 8:33am On Oct 05, 2018
They should go ahead and cut ties with him. Who wants to associate himself with a rapist

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by hisexcellency34: 8:33am On Oct 05, 2018
Nonsense. He raped nobody. Shit

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by landmark86: 8:34am On Oct 05, 2018
The only world best I no
Every club is a HIT back 2 back
Unlike a dwarf who remain in a club for years are claimed to be the best.

CR7 man of focus

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by Minjim: 8:34am On Oct 05, 2018
These people are clearly trying to rip him off

After collecting money to sign a non-disclosure agreement

9 years later you came back armed with claims again. If Ronaldo were to be a peasant, would she lay such claims?

These holes ain't loyal

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by Neozy(m): 8:34am On Oct 05, 2018
Just because he left madrid, calamities started befalling him. He was also dropped from the Portugal squad. I hope he won't utimately regret his decision to leave madrid.

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by scobyy2007: 8:35am On Oct 05, 2018
I Don't know why a celebrity has t rape. Just confused. At worst you can pay a prostitute which i don't still support. At least have girl friends if you are that randy.i can't understand.

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by Nobody: 8:35am On Oct 05, 2018
angry


My crush goofed up this time around.
check my signature I buy Gift Card and Bitcoin

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Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by Yinxies(f): 8:36am On Oct 05, 2018
Abi

Elder0001:
If the story is true the woman should also be jailed.

Why should a rape victim collect money from her rapist ? So she has finished the money and want another money?

The fact that she took settlement in the first place makes her to lose all creditability of this story.
Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by Edenoscar2(m): 8:36am On Oct 05, 2018
chukxie:
Fear women. After spending the money she was paid for her non disclosure agreement, she and her lawyer(s) are now hungry for more money because of the platform the "MeToo" movement has afforded them. Fear women ooo!
can u imagine
Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by tesppidd: 8:36am On Oct 05, 2018
E Don happen
Re: Ronaldo's Sponsors, Nike & EA, Express 'Deep Concerns' Over Rape Allegations by ivolt: 8:36am On Oct 05, 2018
Elder0001:
If the story is true the woman should also be jailed.

Why should a rape victim collect money from her rapist ? So she has finished the money and want another money?

The fact that she took settlement in the first place makes her to lose all creditability of this story.

The woman can't be jailed. No law says an alleged rape victim shouldn't collect money.
Of course, she could be charged with blackmail but then Ronaldo will have to admit to
the rape for her to be convicted which is still unlikely because the court won't want to be
seen as punishing a victim.

Ronaldo's biggest problem now is his sponsors because he also cannot be convicted in a court.
Based on the available public information, there is no way out for Ronaldo.

If only he had avoided the party girl that night.

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