Portugal | Forward
Cristiano Ronaldo
A relentless competitor known for athleticism, aerial ability and goal-scoring longevity.
- Full name
- Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro
- International
- Portugal national team. UEFA European Championship winner 2016; UEFA Nations League winner 2019 and 2025.
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Career journey
Born in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, on 5 February 1985, Ronaldo began his senior career at Sporting CP before joining Manchester United in 2003. He moved to Real Madrid in 2009 and Juventus in 2018, returned to Manchester United in 2021 and joined Al Nassr in 2023. He has also been a long-time captain of the Portugal national team.
Playing style
Power, athleticism and aerial ability, with a strong focus on finishing from many positions.
Clubs
- Sporting CP
- Manchester United
- Real Madrid
- Juventus
- Manchester United (second spell)
- Al Nassr
Major achievements
- UEFA Champions League: 5 titles
- Ballon d'Or: 5 awards
- UEFA European Championship: 2016
- League titles in England, Spain and Italy
Famous moments
- Portugal's Euro 2016 triumph
- Champions League finals with Real Madrid and Manchester United
- Bicycle-kick goal against Juventus in the 2017-18 Champions League