Iranian Embassy denies reports Cristiano Ronaldo was sentenced to 99 lashes – Panorama

The Iranian Embassy in Madrid has denied claims Cristiano Ronaldo has been sentenced to obtain 99 lashes on prices of adultery, GOAL stories.

The Al-Nassr star met with Iranian painter Fatemeh Hamami, who’s 85 % paralysed and a loyal fan of his, when touring with the Saudi aspect throughout their AFC Champions League match in opposition to Persepolis in Iran final month.

Ronaldo was gifted a portray of himself from the artist and went on to embrace her as they posed for an image.

Based on Mundo Deportivo, numerous attorneys Iran have filed a legal grievance in regards to the hug, as touching a lady who isn’t your spouse is seen as adultery within the nation. The report states that the judicial system acted rapidly and sentenced the 38-year-old to 99 lashes.

Nonetheless, the embassy in Madrid has moved to dismiss such rumours, as an alternative mentioning that his assembly with the artist was supported by the Iranian officers.

“We strongly deny the issuance of any sentence in opposition to any worldwide athlete in Iran,” an announcement learn.

“It’s of concern that the publication of such sick based information might forged a shadow over crimes in opposition to humanity and battle crimes in opposition to the oppressed Palestinian nation.

“It must be famous that Cristiano Ronaldo traveled to Iran on September 18 and 19 to play in an official soccer match and was very nicely obtained by the folks and the authorities.

“His honest and humane assembly with Fatemeh Hamami was additionally praised and admired by each the folks and the nation’s sports activities authorities.”