Cristiano Ronaldo, born on February 5, 1985, in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers in history. He began his professional career at Sporting CP before signing with Manchester United in 2003. At United, he won three consecutive Premier League titles, the UEFA Champions League, and the FIFA Club World Cup, earning his first Ballon d’Or in 2008. In 2009, he transferred to Real Madrid for a then-record €94 million, where he became the club’s all-time top scorer and won four Champions League titles between 2014 and 2018, along with two La Liga championships. Ronaldo claimed additional Ballon d’Or awards in 2013, 2014, 2016, and 2017 during his tenure at Madrid. In 2018, he joined Juventus, helping the team secure two Serie A titles before returning to Manchester United in 2021. His second stint at United was less successful, culminating in a mutual contract termination in late 2022. Subsequently, Ronaldo signed with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, where he continues to play as of 2025. Internationally, Ronaldo is Portugal’s captain and all-time leading scorer, pivotal in Portugal’s 2016 European Championship victory and the 2019 UEFA Nations League title. In 2024, he became the first male player to score 900 career goals across club and international competitions. Besides his athletic achievements, Ronaldo is known for his philanthropy and business ventures. His career is marked by exceptional goal-scoring records, athleticism, and leadership, cementing his legacy as a global football icon[1][3][4][5][6].