Cristiano Ronaldo: Biography
Full Name: Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro
Date of Birth: February 5, 1985
Age: 39 years old (as of 2024)
Birthplace: Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
Nationality: Portuguese
Occupation: Professional Footballer
Early Life and Family
Cristiano Ronaldo was born to Maria Dolores dos Santos Aveiro and José Dinis Aveiro. He has three siblings: an older brother, Hugo, and two older sisters, Elma and Liliana Cátia. Ronaldo grew up in a modest household and began playing football at a young age. His talent was evident early on, and he joined local clubs before moving to mainland Portugal to play for Sporting CP.
Career
Cristiano Ronaldo’s career is marked by incredible achievements and numerous accolades. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time.
Early Career:
- 2002: Ronaldo began his professional career with Sporting CP before catching the attention of Manchester United.
Manchester United:
- 2003-2009: Ronaldo signed with Manchester United, where he won three Premier League titles, one FA Cup, two League Cups, and the UEFA Champions League in 2008.
Real Madrid:
- 2009-2018: Ronaldo transferred to Real Madrid for a then-world record fee. During his time at Real Madrid, he won two La Liga titles, two Copa del Rey titles, and four UEFA Champions League titles. He became the club’s all-time leading scorer.
Juventus:
- 2018-2021: Ronaldo joined Juventus, where he won two Serie A titles and became the top scorer in the league during the 2020-2021 season.
Return to Manchester United:
- 2021-2022: Ronaldo returned to Manchester United, where he continued to perform at a high level.
Al-Nassr FC:
- 2023-Present: Ronaldo signed with Al-Nassr FC in Saudi Arabia, continuing his career in the Saudi Pro League.
Personal Life
Cristiano Ronaldo’s personal life has been highly publicized, particularly his relationships and family.
- Girlfriend: As of 2024, Ronaldo is in a relationship with Georgina Rodríguez, a Spanish model and influencer. The couple began dating in 2016, and they have a close and public relationship. They have several children together.
- Children: Ronaldo has five children. He has a son named Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. (born 2010) and twins Eva and Mateo (born 2017). His daughter Alana Martina (born 2017) is from his relationship with Georgina Rodríguez. In 2022, Ronaldo and Georgina welcomed another daughter, Bella Esmeralda.
Net Worth
As of 2024, Cristiano Ronaldo’s estimated net worth is around $500 million. His wealth comes from:
- Football Contracts: High salaries from his contracts with various clubs.
- Endorsements: Lucrative deals with brands such as Nike, Herbalife, and Clear Shampoo.
- Business Ventures: Investments in real estate and his own CR7 brand, which includes clothing and accessories.
Physical Appearance
- Height: 6 feet 2 inches (1.87 meters)
- Weight: Approximately 84 kg (185 lbs)
- Build: Athletic and well-defined, with a focus on maintaining peak physical condition.
- Hair: Dark brown, often styled in various modern cuts.
- Eyes: Brown
Achievements
- Ballon d’Or: 5 awards (2008, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017)
- FIFA World Player of the Year: 2 awards (2008, 2016)
- UEFA Champions League Titles: 5 (2008, 2014, 2016, 2017)
- European Championship: 2016 with Portugal
- Serie A Titles: 2
- Premier League Titles: 3
Cristiano Ronaldo’s impact on football is immense, both through his extraordinary skill on the pitch and his global influence off it.
