Trump's 80% Tariff on China? Seems Right, Says CR7 (About My Free Kicks, Too!)

The Donald and the Tariff: A Winning Combination?

Alright alright settle down people. It's Cristiano here. You know the guy who scores goals wins trophies and occasionally dabbles in geopolitical analysis. So Trump wants an 80% tariff on Chinese goods huh? "Seems right!" he says. Well let me tell you something confidence is key. Whether you're facing a wall of defenders or negotiating trade deals you gotta believe in yourself. It's like when I'm standing over a free kick – I already know it's going in. Confidence! Just like I knew Portugal would win Euros 2016! Maybe Trump has the same feeling about this tariff thing... Maybe.

145% to 80%: Is That Even Progress?

Apparently some Chinese goods are already facing a 145% tariff. Ouch! Going down to 80%...is that a win? It's like missing a penalty then scoring a tap in. Progress but not exactly headline material. Still gotta respect the hustle. 'Your love makes me stronger your hate makes me unstoppable.' That can be applied to China and Trump too. Maybe.

More Than a Game: It's Business

This trade stuff is serious business even for a football god like myself. In 2024 the U.S. imported way more goods from China than it exported. That's like having more own goals than actual goals! Not ideal folks. You gotta balance the books just like you gotta balance the team. And don't even get me started on those UK trade deals. 10% tariffs? That's just amateur hour. My hair gel costs more than that!

China Should Open Up? Siuuuuu!

Trump says China should open up its market. 'Closed markets don't work anymore!!!' he shouts into the void of social media. Honestly? I agree! A little competition never hurt anyone. Except maybe those defenders who have to mark me. Hahaha! But seriously more trade more opportunities. It is what it is!

Switzerland: A Neutral Playing Field?

These talks in Switzerland...sounds intense. Let's hope they don't end in a draw. We want stability a foundation for something more. Just like my training regime. Gotta build that foundation day in day out. No days off! Speaking of stability I'm told Swiss chocolate is excellent so at least they have that going for them if the trade talks fail.

The CR7 Conclusion: It is What it is!

Look I'm not an economist I'm a football legend. But one thing I know is that you gotta fight for what you want. Whether it's a Ballon d'Or or a better trade deal you gotta put in the work. And you gotta believe in yourself. Now if you'll excuse me I have a training session to get to. Siuuuuu! And maybe I will put some money into US China imports and exports who knows! It is what it is!