Ronaldo

Ronaldo typically refers to Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro, a Portuguese professional footballer born on 5 February 1985 in Funchal, Madeira. A forward renowned for pace, skill, and prolific goal-scoring, he has played for Sporting CP, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus, and Al Nassr. He began in Sporting’s youth system, made his senior debut there, and moved to Manchester United in 2003, where he won multiple domestic titles and the UEFA Champions League.

He transferred to Real Madrid in 2009, becoming the club’s all-time top scorer and securing four UEFA Champions League titles with them between 2014 and 2018. He later played for Juventus, returned to Manchester United, and joined Al Nassr in 2023. Ronaldo has won five Ballon d’Or awards and set numerous scoring records, including marks in the UEFA Champions League and for the Portugal national team.

Internationally, Ronaldo has represented Portugal for over a decade and has been the team’s all-time top scorer, contributing to Portugal’s triumph at the 2016 UEFA European Championship and the 2019 UEFA Nations League. Beyond his on-field success, he has become a global sports figure, noted for his longevity, branding, and philanthropy.

The name Ronaldo can also refer to Ronaldo Nazário, a Brazilian forward commonly known simply as Ronaldo. Nazário was a key figure in world football, contributing to Brazil’s World Cup victories in 1994 (squad) and 2002.