Will There Be a 7-Euro Banknote Featuring Cristiano Ronaldo? Portugal Responds to Viral Image

Social media exploded in recent hours after an image went viral claiming Portugal was preparing a special seven-euro banknote featuring Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The design showed CR7 wearing the Portugal jersey on one side and lifting the Euro 2016 trophy on the other — a supposed tribute to the nation’s biggest football icon. But despite thousands of comments and shares, the story quickly fell apart under basic scrutiny.

For starters, the seven-euro denomination does not exist anywhere in the eurozone. The unusual value immediately raised doubts, but the buzz continued growing as accounts hinted that the Banco de Portugal would unveil the note shortly before the 2026 World Cup in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. As the rumor built momentum, fans questioned whether Portugal might break precedent for a symbolic tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo’s legendary career.

The answer arrived swiftly.

The Banco de Portugal issued an official statement confirming that the viral banknote is completely fake. The institution clarified that it has no plans, projects, or internal discussions related to a CR7 banknote — and emphasized that all euro banknotes are coordinated within the Eurosystem, meaning no single country can introduce its own denomination or commemorative notes.

The central bank also reminded the public that the design, production, and issuance of euro notes must be approved by the European Central Bank (ECB), a process strictly regulated and not open to unofficial or symbolic variations like a seven-euro bill. The institution urged users not to share misleading content that can contribute to misinformation.

The episode highlights how quickly well-edited fake images can spread online, especially when they involve global superstars with massive fanbases such as Cristiano Ronaldo. Despite the excitement generated by the concept of a CR7 tribute note, the reality is clear:

No seven-euro banknote exists, and none featuring Cristiano Ronaldo will be issued.

The Banco de Portugal closed its message with a reminder to always verify information with official sources before assuming a viral story is true — especially in the lead-up to a high-profile global event like the 2026 World Cup, where rumors tend to multiply.