Brief
Syrian barber recounts surprise haircut for Cristiano Ronaldo in Sweden
Rabie Al Hussein says Ronaldo greeted him warmly and chose a medium fade after a teammate's suggestion.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Dubai – Syrian barber Rabie Al Hussein said he was summoned to a Swedish hotel on 13 October 2026 to cut the hair of football star Cristiano Ronaldo, a meeting he only realized after the door opened.
What happened
Al Hussein explained that a man visited his Dubai barbershop, offered coffee and hinted at a possible appointment to cut a footballer’s hair. The man called twice – around 2 pm and again at 8 pm – instructing Al Hussein to bring his identity card or passport for security clearance. He was told to arrive at the hotel at 9:15 pm. escorted by security to the second floor, Al Hussein entered a room where Ronaldo was waiting.
What the reports add
The Gulf News interview provides details not found elsewhere: Ronaldo initially asked for a high fade, but teammate Diogo Dalot suggested a medium fade, which Ronaldo accepted. When Al Hussein asked for a photo before starting, Ronaldo replied, “Not now, my friend. After the haircut. If you like the result, we’ll take a picture together.”
What was said
Al Hussein quoted Ronaldo greeting him, “Hello, my friend. How are you?” and later commenting, “Oh, Syria! Then I can trust you!” after learning the barber’s nationality. The barber said Ronaldo’s humility and friendly manner put him at ease.
How it came about
The encounter occurred while Portugal’s national team was staying in Sweden for a Nations League match, a period that also saw Ronaldo’s recent dispute with coach Jorge Jesus and a provisional suspension reported by Felo News on 10 October 2026.
Key facts
- Rabie Al Hussein was called to a Swedish hotel to cut Cristiano Ronaldo's hair on 13 October 2026. (gulfnews.com)
- Ronaldo initially requested a high fade but agreed to a medium fade after teammate Diogo Dalot's suggestion. (gulfnews.com)
- Ronaldo greeted Al Hussein with "Hello, my friend. How are you?" and later said "Oh, Syria! Then I can trust you!". (gulfnews.com)
- Ronaldo told the barber they could take a photo after the haircut if he liked the result. (gulfnews.com)
Sources
- [1] gulfnews.com — originally reported as “Syrian Barber Shares Unforgettable Encounter with Cristiano Ronaldo in Sweden”
