Cristiano Ronaldo criticised after he takes photo with 'friend' Jordan Peterson

For those not in the know, Peterson is the controversial psychologist who has obtained a cult following for his views.

Despite being accused of promoting racist, transphobic and misogynistic ideas, Peterson clearly has a friend in Ronaldo.

Peterson himself responded to the post, writing: "I’ve rarely met anyone who more clearly deserved what they earned. Good to meet you."

Sharing the post, one wrote: "Cristiano Ronaldo with Jordan Peterson, the guy who said feminists have 'an unconscious wish for brutal male domination'."

Another commented: "Cristiano Ronaldo posting with Jordan f**king Peterson I didn’t think I could hate the guy anymore."

Another added: "Why is anyone even slightly surprised that someone as entitled as him thinks Peterson is great."

LADbible has contacted representatives for Ronaldo for comment.

The news came after a Nevada woman alleged that the footballer raped her in a hotel room in 2009.

The Manchester United player strongly denied the claims, previously saying in a statement: "I firmly deny the accusations being issued against me.

"Rape is an abominable crime that goes against everything that I am and believe in."

The woman lost her court bid to force Ronaldo to pay her millions of dollars more than the $375,000 (£302,000) in hush money she originally received.

If you have been affected by any of the issues in this article and wish to speak to someone in confidence, contact the Rape Crisis England and Wales helpline on 0808 802 9999 between 12pm–2.30pm and 7pm– 9.30pm every day

Alternatively, you can contact Victim Support free on 08 08 16 89 111 available 24/7, every day of the year, including Christmas