Player Profile · Football · All Time Great
Cristiano Ronaldo
Forward · Portugal · Al Nassr FC · Born 5 February 1985
Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro is widely regarded as one of the two greatest footballers in history. For over two decades, he has redefined what a professional footballer can achieve through elite athleticism and relentless dedication. Born in Funchal, Madeira, he used football as his pathway to inspire billions worldwide.
“I am not the best player in the world. I am the best player in history.” — Cristiano Ronaldo
| Full Name | Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro |
| Date of Birth | 5 February 1985 |
| Birthplace | Funchal, Madeira, Portugal |
| Height | 1.87 m |
| Position | Forward |
| Current Club | Al Nassr FC |
Ronaldo’s fortune spans football salaries, a lifetime Nike deal worth ~$1 billion, the CR7 brand (clothing, fragrance, hotels, gyms), and social media earnings from 900M+ followers.
Ronaldo’s five Ballon d’Or awards reflect seasons of dominance rarely matched in football history.
Ronaldo’s legacy is measured in millions of children who picked up a football because of him, and professional athletes who overhauled their training to match his standards. He redefined what a footballer’s career timeline could look like, performing at elite level well into his late 30s.
“Ronaldo changed the idea of what a footballer could be — not just a player, but an athlete, a brand, a global icon.”
From the streets of Funchal to the biggest stadiums on earth — Cristiano Ronaldo’s story is the greatest in football history. Whatever comes next, his name is already written in permanent ink across the record books of the world’s most popular sport
