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Ronaldo revealed the news on social media on Monday, sparking an out-pouring of support for the striker and his family from across the football world.

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United confirmed on Tuesday that Ronaldo would not play in his team's crucial meeting with bitter rivals Liverpool.

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"Family is more important than everything and Ronaldo is supporting his loved ones at this immensely difficult time," a statement on United's website said.

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"As such, we can confirm that he will not feature in the match against Liverpool at Anfield on Tuesday evening and we underline the family's request for privacy.

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"Cristiano, we are all thinking of you and sending strength to the family."

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They confirmed the birth of a baby daughter at the same time as revealing their son's death.

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"It is with our deepest sadness we have to announce that our baby boy has passed away. It is the greatest pain that any parents can feel," Ronaldo and Rodriguez said in a jointly signed statement.

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"All of us here at Liverpool FC send our deepest condolences to you, Georgina and the family," Liverpool tweeted.

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Ronaldo had scored a hat-trick in United's 3-2 win against Norwich at Old Trafford on Saturday.

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