See the Sepp Blatter Ronaldo impression at Oxford Union and the FIFA President’s subsequent apology after Cristiano hit back.
During an in-depth interview at the prestigious university, Blatter appeared to mock Ronaldo with a bizarre impression in the midst of comparing the Real Madrid star to another top player – Barcelona’s Lionel Messi.
Watch the Sepp Blatter Ronaldo impression in full below:
Sepp Blatter on Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
Sepp Blatter Impersonates Cristiano Ronaldo at the Oxford Union.
President of FIFA, Sepp Blatter gives his opinions on Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
Filmed on Friday 25th October 2013ABOUT SEPP BLATTER:
Joseph “Sepp” Blatter is a Swiss football administrator, who serves as the 8th and current President of FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association). He was elected on 8 June 1998, succeeding João Havelange. He was re-elected as President in 2002, 2007 and 2011.ABOUT THE OXFORD UNION SOCIETY:
The Union is the world’s most prestigious debating society, with an unparalleled reputation for bringing international guests and speakers to Oxford. It has been established for 190 years, aiming to promote debate and discussion not just in Oxford University, but across the globe.
The video did not make happy viewing for Cristiano Ronaldo and the Portuguese international accused FIFA of a lack of “respect and consideration… for me, for my club and my country”:
Quick to tone down the rhetoric of what was turning into a bit of an argument, Blatter then sought to quell any animosity between the pair by issuing a heartfelt apology via his Twitter account:
Dear @Cristiano. I apologise if you were upset by my light-hearted answer at private event on Friday. I never meant to offend you. (1/2)
— Joseph S Blatter (@SeppBlatter) October 29, 2013
I am an honorary 'socio' at Real Madrid @cristiano & explained we've many talented players in world game, including you. Best wishes. (2/2)
— Joseph S Blatter (@SeppBlatter) October 29, 2013