They are planning the launch of the Bichieuros: Cristiano Ronaldo's banknote in Portugal

T he 'Bichomania' is coming with everything. Next year looks set to be the great epilogue in Cristiano Ronaldo's career, the current soccer monster who is expected and longed to be world champion with Portugal to close with a flourish his extraordinary story. If he succeeds, according to soccer debates, he would become the best of all time above Pele, Diego Armando Maradona and Lionel Messi.

But not all the projections of success and triumph are on the pitch. A worldwide idol, an international figure, Cristiano is also a relevant figure in the social, cultural, political and economic spheres of his country. He is, for many, the new national symbol representing Portuguese people abroad. The Bank of Portugal is preparing to issue a commemorative banknote dedicated to Cristiano Ronaldo to honor his contribution to the nation and to honor his legacy as a sports professional, in this case soccer. The denomination will be 7 euros and it is expected to be in circulation before the 2026 World Cup.

Cristiano Ronaldo's ticket will be symbolic

It should be noted that they will not have monetary value as such. The banknotes that will circulate officially will be of symbolic value, that is, they will not be valid as legal tender. They will be launched as a collectible item, but with the seal and endorsement of the Bank of Portugal so that they have the distinction of a unique piece.

The image of the prototype of the banknote has circulated, however, nothing is defined about its final design. In the version that is being circulated, his face and the legend "Siuuu" can be seen. Probably, because it is an issue of the Bank of Portugal, the "Siuuu" will be removed and only his name will be inscribed.

Thus, the excitement generated by Cristiano Ronaldo prior to his participation in the World Cup is one of great expectations and excitement about the possibility that Portugal can finally be crowned in the most important national team tournament. One way to encourage the Portuguese team from within the nation is with this initiative promoted by the Bank of Portugal to frame on a banknote the transcendence of the Bicho beyond football.