What Does ‘Siuuu’ Really Mean? Decoding Al Nassr Star Cristiano Ronaldo’s Signature Celebration

5 times Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo’s “Siuu” is one of the most widely known celebrations in the world. Performed each time a goal is scored, it consists of a high vertical leap, a turn in mid-air while in flight, both feet landing deftly on the pitch, arms raised, and a bellowed "Siiiiiuuu!" This isn't merely an exhibition of physical prowess, but an athletic and exuberant celebration of the goal itself.

Every time Ronaldo scores a goal, fans eagerly await it, making it one of football's most electrifying moments.

The origins of Cristiano Ronaldo's 'Siuuu' celebration

The "Siuuu" celebration was first performed on August 7, 2013, after a pre-season game between Real Madrid and Chelsea in the International Champions Cup. Critically, the now infamous move was instinctive for Ronaldo after scoring a goal.Reflecting on the moment, he mentioned, "I just scored the goal and it just came out, it was just natural, to be honest." The celebration, ever since, has been synonymous with Cristiano Ronaldo's goal-scoring instinct and has been replicated a zillion times across clubs and countries.

The meaning behind 'Siuuu'

The word "Siuuu" comes from the Spanish word "yes", which is sí. Cristiano Ronaldo, in an interview, said, "It means yes, very simple but meaning it strongly!" The celebration originated from when he was at Real Madrid and would say "sí" after scoring goals, he revealed.

"I started to say 'sí', it's like 'yes', when I was in Real Madrid. I was in the USA and we played against Chelsea and I don't know where this is coming from, the celebration. I just scored the goal and it just came out, it was just natural, to be honest." Since then, the celebration has become a trademark of his goal-scoring moments.Also Read: Top Cristiano Ronaldo fights and bans in the Saudi Pro League

How 'Siuuu' became a global phenomenon

"Siuuu" has gone beyond football, with fans of all sports and athletes from games around the world joining in the tradition to celebrate victory and excitement. However, Cristiano Ronaldo himself has taken great pleasure in the sight of people copying his celebration, saying, "It seems to have grown into its own global phenomenon, and I love it when I see other players doing it, or people send me videos of people in other sports doing it or little kids doing it, it's great." Essentially, the "Siuuu" celebration is a jubilant and affirming expression of energy at climatizing each goal, perfectly summing up Cristiano Ronaldo's love for the game and his drive for perfection.