cristiano ronaldoBirthdays are more than just a personal milestone. Now is a time for the sports world to look back on a career that melded relentless excellence, historic numbers and profound human ambition. Few athletes in any sport are as globally admired as they are today. ronaldo Keep enjoying. The 41-year-old Portuguese superstar shows few signs of slowing down. Driven by discipline, fitness and a relentless competitive edge, Ronaldo remains focused on making 2026 count and harbors the long-term dream of winning the title fifa world cup Still firmly alive. A shooter for every generation Ronaldo’s legacy is rooted in a goalscoring record that transcends eras, leagues and tactical trends. From his emergence at Sporting Lisbon, through iconic performances at Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus, to his current chapter at Al Nasr, he has shown exceptional consistency at the highest level.
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He has been a decisive figure for Portugal for more than two decades, combining power, aerial dominance and clinical finishing with extraordinary longevity. Ronaldo scored 961 goals in his career for club and country. He is the only footballer to score more than 100 competitive goals for four clubs: Real Madrid, Manchester United, Juventus and Al Nasr. Club goals breakdown Real Madrid: 450 goals in 438 games Manchester United: 145 goals in 346 games Al Nasr: 117 goals in 133 games Juventus: 101 goals in 134 games Sporting CP: 5 goals scored in 31 games
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international record Portugal: 143 goals in 226 games A journey full of trophies During his more than 20-year career at the top of his game, Ronaldo amassed one of the most decorated trophy collections in football history. In 2002, he won the Oliveira Super League championship with Sporting CP. At Manchester United, his honors include three Premier League titles, the FA Cup, two League Cups, the Community Shield, the UEFA Champions League and the FIFA Club World Cup. During his time at Real Madrid, he won two La Liga titles, two Copa del Reys, two Spanish Super Cups, four Champions League titles, two European Super Cups and three FIFA Club World Cups. At Juventus, he won two Serie A titles, the Coppa Italia and two Italian Super Cup trophies.
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He won the 2023 Arab Club Champions Cup with Al Nassr. On the international stage, Ronaldo led Portugal to titles at Euro 2016, the 2018-19 and 2024-25 UEFA Nations League. Individually, he has won five Ballon d’Ors, four European Golden Boots and three UEFA Men’s Player of the Year honors, underscoring his continued dominance. A record that defines an era Cristiano Ronaldo remains the top scorer in the history of the Champions League with 140 goals and the best assists in Champions League history with 42 assists. He is also the highest scorer in the history of Real Madrid and the Portuguese national team.
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He has achieved 961 career goals and continues to be motivated by his pursuit of the 1,000 goal milestone, a goal once considered unattainable. A global icon beyond football Off the pitch, Ronaldo has built a vast business empire. Through endorsements, investments and his CR7 brand in fashion, fragrance and hospitality, he has become one of the most powerful global brands in sports. According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, his net worth is estimated at $1.4 billion, approximately Rs 12,000 crore, as of October 2025, making him the first active team sports athlete to achieve billionaire status. As Ronaldo celebrates another birthday, his story remains unfinished, driven by ambition, legacy and an abiding desire for greatness.
