Cristiano Ronaldo, a name that needs no introduction. He is one of the most popular soccer players in the world and has a massive fan following. Ronaldo has achieved many things in his career, including being the first Portuguese player to win the UEFA Champions League, the first Portuguese player to win the FIFA Club World Cup, and the first Portuguese player to win the UEFA European Championship. He is also the first soccer player to score more than 100 goals in the UEFA Champions League.
Table of Contents
1. Early Life and Career
2. Manchester United
3. Real Madrid
4. International Career
5. Personal Life
6. Charity Work
7. Business Ventures
8. Endorsements
9. Net Worth
10. Legacy
11. Top Cristiano Ronaldo Quotes
Early Life and Career
Cristiano Ronaldo was born on February 5, 1985, in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal. He was the youngest child of Maria Dolores dos Santos Aveiro and Jose Dinis Aveiro. Ronaldo has two older sisters, Liliana Cátia and Elma. His father worked as a municipal gardener and his mother was a cook. His parents were extremely poor and could not afford to buy Ronaldo his first pair of soccer boots. Ronaldo began his professional soccer career at the age of 12, when he signed with local club Nacional.
Manchester United
In 2003, Ronaldo signed with English club Manchester United for a reported fee of £12.24 million (US$19.5 million). He made his first-team debut for Manchester United in 2004 and quickly became one of the most popular players in the world. In 2006–07, Ronaldo helped Manchester United win their first UEFA Champions League title in more than 20 years. He was named the FIFA World Player of the Year in 2008.
Real Madrid
In 2009, Ronaldo signed with Spanish club Real Madrid for a reported fee of £80 million (US$132 million). He is the most expensive player in soccer history. Ronaldo has helped Real Madrid win many trophies, including two FIFA Club World Cups and two UEFA Champions League titles. In 2013–14, he was the leading goal scorer in the UEFA Champions League, with 17 goals.
International Career
Ronaldo has represented Portugal at several major international tournaments, including the 2004 UEFA European Championship, the 2006 FIFA World Cup, the 2010 FIFA World Cup, and the 2014 FIFA World Cup. He was named the best Portuguese player of all time by the Portuguese Football Federation in 2015. Ronaldo has also won many individual awards, including the Ballon d’Or (France Football’s annual award for the best soccer player in the world) four times (2013, 2014, 2016, and 2017).
Personal Life
Ronaldo has four children: two sons, Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. and Mateo Ronaldo; and two daughters, Eva Maria Dos Santos and Alana Martina dos Santos Aveiro. Ronaldo’s girlfriend, Georgina Rodriguez, gave birth to their daughter, Alana, in November 2017. Ronaldo is a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and has helped raise awareness and funds for children in need.
Charity Work
Ronaldo is well known for his charitable work. He has donated money to various charities and causes, including relief efforts for victims of the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, the 2010 Haiti earthquake, and the 2017 Atlantic hurricane season. In 2009, Ronaldo founded the Cristiano Ronaldo Foundation, which helps children with health problems and provides education and sports facilities to underprivileged children.
Business Ventures
In addition to his successful soccer career, Ronaldo has also launched several businesses. He has his own line of clothing, shoes, and perfume, and has a sponsorship deal with Nike. Ronaldo also has a minority stake in Portuguese soccer club Sporting Lisbon.
Endorsements
Ronaldo has numerous endorsement deals with major companies, including Tag Heuer, Herbalife, and Coca-Cola. He is the most followed person on Instagram, with more than 144 million followers.
Net Worth
Ronaldo’s net worth is estimated to be $400 million. He is one of the highest-paid athletes in the world, with annual earnings of $58 million in 2019.
Legacy
Ronaldo is widely considered to be one of the greatest soccer players of all time. He has set numerous records, including becoming the first player to score 100 goals in the UEFA Champions League, and has won numerous awards, including the Ballon d’Or (France Football’s annual award for the best soccer player in the world) four times (2013, 2014, 2016, and 2017). Ronaldo’s legacy will continue to live on long after he retires from soccer.
Top Cristiano Ronaldo Quotes
“Stay strong. Be brave. Go beyond.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“Your love makes me strong, your hate makes me unstoppable.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“I’ve never tried to hide the fact that it is my intention to become the best.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“We cannot live being obsessed with what other people think about us. It’s impossible to live like that. Not even god managed to please the entire world.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“When you have the talent and if you don’t work the talent then you are not going to win nothing.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“I’m not a perfectionist, but I like to feel that things are done well.”- Cristiano Ronaldo
“When you have talent, and if you don’t work the talent then you are not going to win nothing.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“I don’t mind people hating me because it pushes me.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“If you think you’re perfect already, then you never will be.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“I never tried to hide the fact that my only goal is to be the best.” –Cristiano Ronaldo
“To Be The Best You Need The Best.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“I have my flaws too.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“Be strong. Be brave and go beyond.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“Talent without working hard is nothing.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“It gives me the happiest feeling in the world. I just love scoring. It doesn’t matter if it’s a simple goal from close range, a long shot or a dribble around several players, I just love to score all goals.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“I know I’m a good professional, I know that no one’s harder on me than myself and that’s never going to change, under any circumstances.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“People have to understand one thing: at the age of 18, I arrived at a dream club like Manchester United. It was a dream come true. But, even at that moment, I was thinking about playing in England for some years and then going to play in Spain. Even at that time, I was thinking that way and I always gave 100% everything.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“Winning – that’s the most important to me. It’s as simple as that.” -Cristiano Ronaldo
“I’m living a dream I never want to wake up from.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“I don’t have to show anything to anyone. There is nothing to prove.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
Your love makes me strong. Your hate makes me unstoppable. – Cristiano Ronaldo
“You need to think big. I always believe that nobody is better than me, out on the pitch at least.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“If we can’t help our family, who is going to help?” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“To me, being the best means proving it in different countries and championships.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“Winning -that’s the most important to me. Simple as that.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“Why lie? I’m not going to be a hypocrite and say the opposite of what I think as some others do.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“There is no harm in dreaming of becoming the world’s best player. It is all about trying to be the best. I will keep working hard to achieve it but it is within my capabilities.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“Today there are opportunities that no one knows if they will come round again in the future.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“We cannot live being obsessed with what other people think about us.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“I want to be remembered as part of the group of the greatest players ever.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“I like to impose my own style of play.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“I want to consistently play well and win titles.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“We don’t want to tell our dreams. We want to show them.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“We should always believe we are the best.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“Don’t let small obstacles be in the way of being victorious. Remember you are stronger than the challenges you face.”- Cristiano Ronaldo
I want to consistently play well and win titles. I’m only at the beginning. – Cristiano Ronaldo
“I think I have improved from last year. I am always trying to improve my game and improve myself.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“Maybe they hate me because I’m too good.”- Cristiano Ronaldo
“Dedication, hard work all the time, and belief.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“We should make the most of life, enjoy it because that’s the way it is.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“For me, Sir Alex was my father in football. He was crucial in my career and, outside of football, was a great human being with me. Talent isn’t everything. You can have it from the cradle, but it is necessary to learn the trade to be the best.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“I will not quit.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“Don Alfredo leaves us, but his memory will last forever in our hearts. Legends never die. Thanks for everything Maestro.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“When I win awards, I think of my father.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“I’m proud to play for Real Madrid because I have fun; when you no longer have fun it’s a sign that it’s time to leave. For now, though, I’m happy here at the greatest club in the world.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“Dreams are not what you see in your sleep, dreams are things which do not let you sleep.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“We can help others, we can all help.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“I think it’s the best thing in life to have a kid.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“Without football, my life is worth nothing.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
“I still learn, but I think it’s the best thing in life to have a kid.” – Cristiano Ronaldo
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