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Fans mock Ronaldo as he leaves pitch after red card

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Cristiano Ronaldo in tears after receiving a red card in a Champions League tie against Valencia [Courtesy]

Cristiano Ronaldo couldn’t hide his devastation after he was sent off on his Champions League debut for Juventus on Wednesday and his detractors have been quick to make the most of his misery.  

The 33-year-old was dismissed during the first half of the Group H opener in Valencia following an off-the-ball clash with Jeison Murillo.

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