Cristiano Ronaldo unveils his new cartoon series – and fans really like it

He is best known for his amazing goals and silky skills – but Cristiano Ronaldo has now turned to comics.

Today, the 34-year-old has announced the release of "Striker Force 7", the Portuguese superstar posting on Twitter a link to an animated trailer and a website offering the opportunity to buy tapes comic.

The drawing shows Ronaldo turning into an apparent superhero, fighting against a number of animated characters such as robots and aliens.

This publication supports Free Comic Book Day, an event that will take place from May 1st to May 4th to encourage reading among young people.

In a statement posted on his website, Ronaldo said: "In the same way that football connects cultures and peoples around the world, I think great animated characters and heroes can do the same. that's why I'm looking forward to bringing together these pbadions of football and superheroes this project and share it with my fans. "

The news provoked enthusiastic reactions on Twitter. A user has posted: "Is it even animated?" You also do it in real life, man.

Another one posted: "The Avenger We Needed", while one person said, "I can not wait! New favorite cartoon."

The other fans were a little more cheeky, one saying, "Do not let Pogba see that, please … Things are difficult like that."

Free versions of the comic book are available, but only at certain comic book resellers in the United States.

It is also possible to order online, at prices ranging from $ 5.95 to $ 19.95 for a limited edition version.

Away from the comics, Ronaldo saved his Juventus side from a loss to the Torino on Friday, when he scored a tying goal in a 1-1 draw.

Juventus have already won the Serie A title, but Ronaldo has maintained a 19-point lead at the top with a very high head in the 84th minute.