Portuguese athlete, Cristiano Ronaldo, is regarded as having one of the most illustrious careers in footballing history. Get to know him and five of his most memorable games below.
In the span of his football career, Cristiano Ronaldo has bagged five Ballon d’Or awards, and four FIFA Club World Cups, and has also won UEFA Champions Leagues. The Portuguese player's determination in the arena has made him one of the world's best players.
In more recent times, the 37-year-old athlete was reported to have left Manchester United, bringing his second spell at the club to a slightly disappointing end. This is assumed to be the player's last appearance at a World Cup, and it is still unclear which club will sign him for the second half of the season.
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In this article, we look back at some of the most memorable moments in his career.
1. When he won his first trophy
At 18, the young Ronaldo impressed Sir Alex Ferguson in a match between Man United and Sporting Lisbon. The Portuguese player was offered a spot in the Devils (Manchester United F.C.).
Even when the group did not have any trophy-filled season compared to its previous games, they managed to win the FA Cup with Ronaldo scoring a header. This was the first major trophy he won.
