History of Cristiano Ronaldo in Timeline
Cristiano Ronaldo, often nicknamed CR7, is a highly decorated Portuguese professional footballer currently playing for Al-Nassr and captaining the Portugal national team. Widely considered one of the greatest players of all time, Ronaldo's accomplishments include five Ballon d'Or awards, a record three UEFA Men's Player of the Year Awards, and four European Golden Shoes. He has won 33 trophies across his career, including league titles, five Champions Leagues, and the UEFA European Championship. Ronaldo holds records for most Champions League goals and assists, European Championship goals and assists, international appearances, and international goals. He is among the few players with over 1,200 professional appearances and has scored over 900 senior career goals, making him the all-time leading goalscorer.
1948: Ronaldo breaks record of oldest player to score 30 goals in one of the top five European leagues
On 20 July 2020, Ronaldo became the oldest player, at the age of 35 years and 166 days, to score over 30 goals in one of the five top European leagues since Ronnie Rooke with Arsenal in 1948.
1968: Best's Ballon d'Or Win
In 1968, George Best won the Ballon d'Or, preceding Cristiano Ronaldo becoming United's first Ballon d'Or winner since then.
February 1985: Cristiano Ronaldo's Birth
In February 1985, Cristiano Ronaldo was born in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal.
February 1985: Cristiano Ronaldo Born in Madeira
On 5 February 1985, Cristiano Ronaldo was born in the São Pedro parish of Funchal, the capital of the Portuguese island of Madeira. He grew up in the nearby parish of Santo António as the youngest of four children.
1992: Plays for Andorinha
From 1992 to 1995, Ronaldo played for Andorinha, where his father was the kit man.
1995: Plays for Nacional
From 1992 to 1995, Ronaldo played for Andorinha before spending two years with Nacional.
1997: Trial with Sporting CP
In 1997, aged 12, Ronaldo went on a three-day trial with Sporting CP, who signed him for a fee of £1,500.
August 2002: First Official Match for Sporting CP
At age 17, on 14 August 2002, Ronaldo played his first official match for Sporting CP in a UEFA Champions League qualifying round against Inter Milan.
August 2003: Signs with Manchester United
On 12 August 2003, Manchester United signed Ronaldo for £12 million, an England record for a teenager.
August 2003: Premier League Debut
On 16 August 2003, Ronaldo made his debut as a substitute in a 4–0 home win over Bolton Wanderers in the Premier League.
August 2003: Impressed Alex Ferguson
On 6 August 2003, Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson was determined to acquire Ronaldo on a permanent move urgently, after Sporting defeated United 3–1 at the inauguration of the Estádio José Alvalade.
August 2003: Debut for Portugal
On August 20, 2003, at the age of 18, Cristiano Ronaldo made his debut for Portugal as a substitute against Kazakhstan, marking the beginning of his international career.
2003: Signs with Manchester United
In 2003, Ronaldo began his senior career with Sporting CP before signing with Manchester United and winning the FA Cup in his first season.
2003: International Debut for Portugal
In 2003, at the age of 18, Ronaldo made his international debut for Portugal.
May 2004: FA Cup Final Victory
On 15 May 2004, Ronaldo scored the opening goal in a victory against Aston Villa and later received the first red card of his career; and then scored the opening goal in United's 3–0 win over Millwall in the 2004 FA Cup Final.
2004: Support for Tsunami Survivor
Following the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, Cristiano Ronaldo visited Aceh, Indonesia, to raise funds for rehabilitation and reconstruction after seeing a young survivor wearing a Portuguese football shirt.
2004: Wins Football League Cup
In 2004, Ronaldo won his second trophy in English football, the Football League Cup, after scoring the third goal in United's 4–0 final win over Wigan Athletic.
September 2005: Death of Ronaldo's Father
In September 2005, Ronaldo's father, José, died at age 52 from an alcoholism-related liver condition when Ronaldo was 20 years old.
2005: Best Matches of the Season
At the start of 2005, Ronaldo played two of his best matches of the 2004–05 season, producing a goal and an assist against Aston Villa and scoring twice against rivals Arsenal.
2005: Rape Allegation Investigation
In 2005, Cristiano Ronaldo and another man were investigated by the British Crown Prosecution Service after a rape allegation was brought forward by two women, but the women withdrew their allegation and Scotland Yard declared there was not enough evidence for a prosecution.
2006: World Cup Controversy and Transfer Request
Following the 2006 FIFA World Cup, Ronaldo publicly asked for a transfer after an incident involving club teammate Wayne Rooney. Despite being booed, he broke the 20-goal barrier and won his first Premier League title during the 2006–07 season.
2006: Personal Awards and Ballon d'Or Runner-Up
In 2007, Ronaldo amassed personal awards for the 2006–07 season, including PFA Player's Player, Fans' Player, Young Player of the Year, and FWA Footballer of the Year; he was also runner-up for the 2007 Ballon d'Or.
2007: C.D. Nacional Youth Campus Renamed
In 2007, C.D. Nacional renamed its youth campus Cristiano Ronaldo Campus Futebol (Cristiano Ronaldo Football Campus).
2007: Personal Awards and Ballon d'Or Runner-Up
In 2007, Ronaldo amassed personal awards for the 2006–07 season, including PFA Player's Player, Fans' Player, Young Player of the Year, and FWA Footballer of the Year; he was also runner-up for the 2007 Ballon d'Or.
2007: First Ballon d'Or
In 2007, Ronaldo's 2007-08 season earned him his first Ballon d'Or, aged 23.
January 2008: First Hat-Trick for United
In January 2008, Ronaldo scored his first hat-trick for Manchester United in a 6–0 win against Newcastle United.
July 2008: Libel Damages Over Drinking Report
In July 2008, Ronaldo received libel damages over a Daily Mirror article that falsely reported him drinking heavily in a nightclub while recovering from an injury.
2008: Pro Evolution Soccer Cover Star
Cristiano Ronaldo appeared on the cover of the 2008 edition of Pro Evolution Soccer.
2008: Donation to Charity in Madeira
In 2008, Cristiano Ronaldo donated undisclosed damages from a libel case against The Sun newspaper to a charity in Madeira.
2008: First Ballon d'Or Win
In 2008, Cristiano Ronaldo won his first Ballon d'Or with a record-high vote count at age 23, marking a significant milestone in his career.
2008: Best-Selling Premier League Shirt
In 2008, Cristiano Ronaldo's number 7 Manchester United shirt was the best-selling Premier League sports product.
2009: Donation to Hospital in Madeira
In 2009, Cristiano Ronaldo donated £100,000 to the hospital in Madeira that saved his mother's life to build a cancer center on the island.
2009: Signs with Real Madrid
In 2009, Ronaldo signed for Real Madrid in a transfer worth €94 million (£80 million), which was the most expensive association football transfer at the time.
June 2010: Waxwork at Madame Tussauds London
In June 2010, Cristiano Ronaldo became the fourth footballer to be represented as a waxwork at Madame Tussauds London.
2010: 2010 World Cup performance
During the 2010 World Cup qualifying and finals, Cristiano Ronaldo faced challenges in scoring goals. Although he scored only one goal in the finals, he was named man of the match in all three group stage matches against Ivory Coast, North Korea and Brazil.
2010: Ronaldo's Earnings
From 2010 to 2019, Cristiano Ronaldo earned €720 million (£615 million), ranking second in Forbes list of the decade's highest-paid athletes.
2010: Support for Madeira Flood Victims
In 2010, Cristiano Ronaldo pledged to play in a charity match in Madeira to support the victims of the Madeira flood.
2010: Given No. 7 and Copa del Rey win
In 2010, Ronaldo was given No. 7 for the 2010–11 season and scored 53 goals, helping Madrid win the Copa del Rey. He also became the first player in La Liga to score 40 goals.
2010: Trophyless Season
In 2022, Ronaldo went trophyless for the first time since 2010.
September 2011: Ronaldo: Tested to the Limit Film Release
In September 2011, Castrol produced the television film Ronaldo: Tested to the Limit, which showcased Ronaldo's physical and mental tests, drawing scrutiny from the world media.
December 2011: Heads Up with Cristiano iPhone Game Launch
In December 2011, Ronaldo launched an iPhone game called Heads Up with Cristiano, created by RockLive.
2011: Runner-up Finish in FIFA Ballon d'Or
In 2011, Ronaldo finished as runner-up to Lionel Messi in the 2011 FIFA Ballon d'Or.
2011: La Liga Title Win
In 2011-12, Real Madrid achieved a record-breaking La Liga title win with Ronaldo being integral.
March 2012: 100th League Goal for Madrid
On 24 March 2012, Ronaldo scored his 100th league goal for Real Madrid in a 5–1 win over Real Sociedad, breaking the previous club record.
November 2012: Wears Nike Mercurial Vapor CR7
Since November 2012, Cristiano Ronaldo has worn the Nike Mercurial Vapor personalized CR7 edition football boots as part of his sponsorship deals.
December 2012: Joins FIFA's '11 for Health' Programme
In December 2012, Cristiano Ronaldo joined FIFA's "11 for Health" program to raise awareness among kids on how to steer clear of conditions including drug addiction, HIV, malaria, and obesity.
2012: Named to Euro 2012 Team of the Tournament
At Euro 2012, Ronaldo was named to the team of the tournament.
2012: Champions League Top Scorer
Between 2012 and 2018, Ronaldo finished as the Champions League's top scorer for six consecutive seasons.
2012: Captaining Real Madrid
Following the 2012–13 winter break, Ronaldo captained Real Madrid for the first time in an official match on 6 January, scoring twice to lift 10-man Madrid to a 4–3 win over Sociedad.
2012: Ronaldo Comments on Rivalry with Messi
In 2012, Ronaldo discussed his rivalry with Lionel Messi, acknowledging its competitive nature and stating that they push each other. He also addressed their personal relationship, noting they don't have one outside of football but hoped they could laugh about the rivalry in the future.
2012: Unsafe Website Probability
In 2012, a McAfee report ranked footballers by the probability of an internet search for their name leading to an unsafe website, with Cristiano Ronaldo's name at the top of the list.
2012: Victory in La Liga
In the 2016–17 season Ronaldo helped Madrid to win their first La Liga title since 2012.
January 2013: Save the Children Global Artist Ambassador
In January 2013, Cristiano Ronaldo became Save the Children's new Global Artist Ambassador, aiming to help fight child hunger and obesity.
March 2013: Ambassador for The Mangrove Care Forum
In March 2013, Cristiano Ronaldo agreed to be the ambassador for The Mangrove Care Forum in Indonesia, promoting mangrove conservation.
October 2013: Sepp Blatter's Comments and Ronaldo's Response
In October 2013, during a debate at Oxford Union, FIFA president Sepp Blatter made disparaging comments about Cristiano Ronaldo, leading to an apology from Real Madrid. Ronaldo responded with a mock-salute celebration after scoring a penalty against Sevilla.
November 2013: CR7 Underwear and Sock Line Release
In November 2013, Ronaldo, in partnership with JBS Textile Group and Richard Chai, released a range of underwear and sock line under his CR7 brand.
December 2013: Viva Ronaldo Social Networking Launch
In December 2013, Cristiano Ronaldo launched Viva Ronaldo, a dedicated social networking website and app.
December 2013: Museu CR7 Opening
In December 2013, Cristiano Ronaldo opened Museu CR7, a museum in his hometown of Funchal, Madeira, to house trophies and memorabilia.
December 2013: Waxwork at Madrid Wax Museum
In December 2013, a waxwork of Cristiano Ronaldo was presented at the Madrid Wax Museum.
2013: Pro Evolution Soccer Cover Star
Cristiano Ronaldo appeared on the cover of the 2013 edition of Pro Evolution Soccer.
2013: Adaptation under Carlo Ancelotti
From 2013 onwards, under manager Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid, Cristiano Ronaldo adapted his style to the physical effects of ageing with reduced off-the-ball movement and general involvement, focusing on short-distance creating and goalscoring.
2013: Highest Recorded Jump
In 2013, Cristiano Ronaldo achieved the highest recorded jump in football history, measuring 2.93 metres (9 ft 7 in), during a match against Manchester United in the UEFA Champions League.
2013: Trademark "Siu" Celebration
In 2013, Cristiano Ronaldo began performing his trademark "Siu" celebration, involving a "storming jump", "turn", and landing in a "signature power stance" while exclaiming "Sí". This celebration gained widespread popularity and imitation.
2013: FIFA Ballon d'Or and FIFA World Player of the Year
In 2013, Ronaldo scored 69 goals and won the 2013 FIFA Ballon d'Or, and the FIFA World Player of the Year award, for the first time in his career.
2013: Wins Ballon d'Or Award
In 2013, Ronaldo won back-to-back Ballon d'Or awards in 2013 and 2014, and again in 2016 and 2017, and was runner-up three times behind Lionel Messi.
2013: Highest-Paid Footballer
In 2013–14, Cristiano Ronaldo's combined income from salaries, bonuses and endorsements was $73 million, ranking him first on Forbes list of the world's highest-paid football players.
May 2014: Most Marketable Football Player
In May 2014, Repucom named Cristiano Ronaldo the most marketable and most recognized football player in the world.
June 2014: Cristiano Ronaldo: The World at His Feet Documentary Release
In June 2014, the documentary Cristiano Ronaldo: The World at His Feet, narrated by Benedict Cumberbatch, was released via Vimeo.
July 2014: CR7 Fashion Brand Expansion
In July 2014, Ronaldo expanded his CR7 fashion brand, launching a line of premium shirts and shoes.
December 2014: Bronze Statue Unveiled
On December 21, 2014, a bronze statue of Cristiano Ronaldo, designed by artist Ricardo Madeira Veloso, was unveiled in Funchal.
2014: Champions League Win
From 2014 to 2018, Ronaldo was integral to Madrid winning four Champions Leagues, including La Décima.
2014: Named in Time 100
In 2014, Cristiano Ronaldo was named in the Time 100, Time's annual list of the most influential people in the world.
2014: Included on Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2014, Time included Ronaldo on their list of the 100 most influential people in the world.
2014: 2014 Ballon d'Or
In 2014, after winning the 2014 FIFA Club World Cup, Ronaldo received the 2014 Ballon d'Or, joining Johan Cruyff, Michel Platini and Marco van Basten as a three-time recipient.
2014: Highest-Paid Footballer
In 2014–15, Cristiano Ronaldo's combined income from salaries, bonuses and endorsements was $79 million, ranking him first on Forbes list of the world's highest-paid football players.
January 2015: End of Relationship with Irina Shayk
In January 2015, Ronaldo's five-year relationship with Russian model Irina Shayk ended.
June 2015: Galaxy Named CR7
In June 2015, astronomers led by David Sobral discovered a galaxy named Cosmos Redshift 7 (CR7) in tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo.
September 2015: Legacy Fragrance Release
In September 2015, Ronaldo released his own fragrance, "Legacy", in partnership with Eden Parfums.
September 2015: Real Madrid's All-Time Top Scorer
On 12 September 2015, Cristiano Ronaldo became Real Madrid's all-time top scorer against Espanyol, netting 230 goals in 203 matches, surpassing the previous record holder, Raúl.
November 2015: Ronaldo Documentary Film Release
On November 9, 2015, a documentary film directed by Anthony Wonke about Cristiano Ronaldo's life and career, titled Ronaldo, was released.
2015: Most Charitable Sportsperson
In 2015, Cristiano Ronaldo was named the world's most charitable sportsperson after donating £5 million to relief efforts following the earthquake in Nepal.
2015: Second Best-Selling Football Shirt
In 2015, Cristiano Ronaldo's number 7 Real Madrid shirt was the second best-selling worldwide, after Messi's number 10 Barcelona shirt.
2015: UEFA Ultimate Team of the Year
In 2015, Ronaldo was named in the UEFA Ultimate Team of the Year.
2015: Named Best Portuguese Player of All Time
In 2015, Ronaldo was named the best Portuguese player of all time by the Portuguese Football Federation.
2015: Highest-Earning Athlete
In 2015–16, Cristiano Ronaldo's total income was $88 million from his salary and endorsements. In 2014-15, his combined income was $79 million
June 2016: Sponsors Earned Media Value
Between June 2016 and June 2017, Cristiano Ronaldo's sponsors earned $936 million in media value across his social media accounts.
June 2016: Champions League Bonus Donation
In June 2016, Cristiano Ronaldo donated his entire €600,000 Champions League bonus after Real Madrid won the competition.
2016: Highest-Earning Athlete
In 2016, Cristiano Ronaldo became the first footballer to top the Forbes list of highest-earning athletes, with a total income of $88 million from his salary and endorsements in 2015–16.
2016: ESPN's Most Famous Athlete
In 2016, ESPN named Cristiano Ronaldo the world's most famous athlete.
2016: World's Highest-Paid Athlete
In 2016, Forbes ranked Ronaldo as the world's highest-paid athlete.
2016: Wins Ballon d'Or Award
In 2016, Ronaldo won back-to-back Ballon d'Or awards in 2013 and 2014, and again in 2016 and 2017, and was runner-up three times behind Lionel Messi.
March 2017: Unveiling of Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport
On March 29, 2017, the rebranded Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport was unveiled, including a bust of his head. The bust received criticism for not resembling Ronaldo.
April 2017: Las Vegas Police Investigation
In April 2017, it was reported that Ronaldo was being investigated by the Las Vegas Police Department for an allegation by a woman that he had raped her in 2009.
June 2017: Sponsors Earned Media Value
Between June 2016 and June 2017, Cristiano Ronaldo's sponsors earned $936 million in media value across his social media accounts.
June 2017: Birth of Twins via Surrogacy
On June 8, 2017, Ronaldo became a father to twins, born in the United States via surrogacy.
July 2017: Tax Evasion Charges
In July 2017, Ronaldo was charged with fraudulently evading almost €15 million in tax between 2011 and 2014, a claim he initially denied.
November 2017: Birth of Daughter with Georgina Rodríguez
On November 12, 2017, Georgina Rodríguez gave birth to a daughter.
2017: ESPN's Most Famous Athlete
In 2017, ESPN named Cristiano Ronaldo the world's most famous athlete.
2017: World's Highest-Paid Athlete
In 2017, Forbes ranked Ronaldo as the world's highest-paid athlete.
2017: Wins Ballon d'Or Award
In 2017, Ronaldo won back-to-back Ballon d'Or awards in 2013 and 2014, and again in 2016 and 2017, and was runner-up three times behind Lionel Messi.
2017: The Best FIFA Men's Player Award for the second year
On 23 October, Ronaldo's performances throughout 2017 saw him awarded The Best FIFA Men's Player award for the second consecutive year.
2017: Free-Roaming Centre Forward Role
Since 2017, Cristiano Ronaldo adapted his style of play again to become more of a free-roaming centre forward under manager Zinedine Zidane, maintaining a prolific goalscoring record and earning praise for his intelligent movement.
April 2018: Bicycle Kick Goal Against Juventus
On 3 April 2018, Ronaldo scored an acrobatic bicycle kick against Juventus in the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League, earning a standing ovation from the opposing fans.
June 2018: Suspended Jail Sentence and Fine for Tax Evasion
In June 2018, Ronaldo received a two-year suspended jail sentence and was fined €18.8 million, later reduced to €16.8 million, after reaching a deal with Spanish authorities for tax evasion between 2011 and 2014.
June 2018: New Bust Revealed
In June 2018, a new bust of Cristiano Ronaldo, created by a Spanish sculptor, was shown to the public, commissioned by sports website Bleacher Report.
September 2018: Civil Lawsuit Filed in Nevada
In September 2018, the same woman filed a civil lawsuit in Nevada accusing Ronaldo of rape.
2018: Ranked Among Influential Sports Figures
In 2018, Cristiano Ronaldo was ranked first in the ranking of the 50 most influential people in sports culture, highlighting his impact and legacy.
2018: ESPN's Most Famous Athlete and Juventus Shirt Sales
In 2018, ESPN named Cristiano Ronaldo the world's most famous athlete. Also, within 24 hours of his number 7 Juventus shirt being released, over 520,000 were sold, generating $62.4 million in one day.
2018: Prolific World Cup Campaign
In 2018, Ronaldo had his most prolific World Cup campaign and was voted in the Fan Dream Team.
2018: Joins Juventus
In 2018, Ronaldo joined Juventus for €100 million, the highest transfer fee ever for a player over 30 years old and the highest paid by an Italian club.
2018: Criticism of immobility with Juventus
In 2018, after joining Juventus at the age of 33, Jonathan Wilson of The Guardian opined that Cristiano Ronaldo had made Juventus weaker due to "his relative immobility" in his mid-30s.
2018: 2018 World Cup Hat-trick and Record
In the 2018 World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo became the oldest player to score a hat-trick in a World Cup match, during a 3–3 draw against Spain. He also broke Puskás' record as the highest European goalscorer of all time, with 85 international goals.
2018: Supercoppa Italiana Win
On 16 January 2019, Ronaldo won his first trophy with Juventus, the 2018 Supercoppa Italiana, after scoring the only goal against AC Milan.
January 2019: Supercoppa Italiana Win
On 16 January 2019, Ronaldo won his first trophy with Juventus, the 2018 Supercoppa Italiana, after scoring the only goal against AC Milan.
July 2019: Las Vegas Prosecutors Decline Charges
In July 2019, Las Vegas prosecutors announced they would not charge Ronaldo over allegations of rape, stating that the allegations could not be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.
August 2019: Ronaldo and Messi on Football History
In August 2019, during an interview before the UEFA Men's Player of the Year announcement, Cristiano Ronaldo stated that he and Lionel Messi pushed each other, acknowledging their shared history in football.
2019: Ronaldo's Earnings
From 2010 to 2019, Cristiano Ronaldo earned €720 million (£615 million), ranking second in Forbes list of the decade's highest-paid athletes.
2019: World's Most Famous Athlete
From 2016 to 2019, ESPN ranked Ronaldo as the world's most famous athlete.
January 2020: First Serie A Hat-Trick
On 6 January 2020, Ronaldo scored his first Serie A hat-trick in a 4–0 home win against Cagliari and became only the second player to score hat-tricks in the Premier League, La Liga and Serie A.
September 2020: Sporting CP's Academy Renamed
On September 21, 2020, Sporting CP's football academy in Alcochete was renamed Academia Cristiano Ronaldo.
2020: Euro 2020 Golden Boot
In 2020, Cristiano Ronaldo received the Golden Boot as top scorer of Euro 2020, also becoming the first player to score at five European Championships.
2020: Ballon d'Or Dream Team
In 2020, Ronaldo was named in the Ballon d'Or Dream Team.
March 2021: Scored in 600th league match
On 2 March 2021, Cristiano Ronaldo scored a goal in a 3–0 win over Spezia in his 600th league match, to become the first player to score at least 20 goals in 12 consecutive seasons in the top five leagues of Europe.
August 2021: Agreement to Re-sign with Manchester United
On 27 August 2021, Manchester United announced they had reached an agreement with Juventus to re-sign Ronaldo, subject to agreement of personal terms, visa and medical.
October 2021: Lawsuit Dismissal Recommendation
In October 2021, federal magistrate judge Daniel Albregts recommended that the woman's lawsuit be dismissed, citing the woman's lawyer's bad faith use of Football Leaks documents and finding no evidence of intimidation by Ronaldo's lawyers during the 2010 settlement.
2021: Mother's Interview
In 2021, Cristiano Ronaldo's mother, Dolores Aveiro, stated in an interview for Sporting TV that her son would be a bricklayer if he had not become a professional football player.
2021: FIFA Special Award
In 2021, Ronaldo received a special award for Outstanding Career Achievement by FIFA.
2021: Returns to Manchester United
In 2021, Ronaldo returned to Manchester United; his individual performances earned him inclusion in the PFA Team of the Year at 37 years old.
February 2022: First Goal of the New Year
On 15 February 2022, Ronaldo scored in United's 2–0 win at home versus Brighton & Hove Albion, his first in the new year.
June 2022: Rape Lawsuit Dismissed
In June 2022, the woman's rape lawsuit was dismissed with prejudice in the United States District Court for the District of Nevada, due to the repeated use of "cyber-hacked attorney–client privileged documents".
December 2022: Agreement with Al-Nassr
In December 2022, Cristiano Ronaldo reached an agreement with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, signing a contract until 2025 with a record-breaking salary of €200 million per year.
2022: Leaves Manchester United
In 2022, Ronaldo's contract was terminated due to a fallout with the newly appointed manager.
2022: Messi's World Cup Victory
In 2022, after Lionel Messi led Argentina to victory in the FIFA World Cup, many critics and commentators suggested that Messi had settled the debate between the two players.
2022: Death of Male Twin During Childbirth
In 2022, the couple Georgina Rodriguez and Cristiano Ronaldo expected another set of twins, but the male twin died during childbirth while the female twin survived.
2022: Scores at Fifth World Cup
In the 2022 World Cup, Ronaldo became the first player to score at five World Cups.
January 2023: Debut for Al-Nassr
On January 22, 2023, Cristiano Ronaldo debuted for Al-Nassr as club captain, playing the full 90 minutes in a 1–0 win. This marked a significant milestone in his career after joining the Saudi Arabian club.
March 2023: Most Capped Male Footballer
On March 23, 2023, Cristiano Ronaldo scored a brace against Liechtenstein, earning his 197th overall cap and becoming the most capped male footballer of all time.
September 2023: Ronaldo Declares Rivalry with Messi Over
In September 2023, Cristiano Ronaldo declared that his rivalry with Lionel Messi was "over and gone" after 36 official fixtures and 15 years of "sharing the stage".
October 2023: Investment in Medialivre
Since October 26, 2023, Cristiano Ronaldo, through his Portuguese company Expressão Livre, became part of a group of investors in the new owners of Medialivre, the publisher of Correio da Manhã, Record, and Jornal de Negócios.
2023: World's Highest-Paid Athlete
In 2023, Forbes ranked Ronaldo as the world's highest-paid athlete.
2023: Signs with Al-Nassr
In 2023, Ronaldo signed for Al-Nassr, a move credited for revolutionizing football in Saudi Arabia.
2023: Ronaldo Confirms "Siu" Meaning
In 2023, almost a decade after first performing the "Siu" celebration, Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed in an interview that the phrase "Siuuu" is derived from the Portuguese word 'sim,' meaning 'yes,' but with a stronger emphasis.
2023: Medal of Honor of the City of Lisbon
In 2023, the Lisbon City Council approved awarding Cristiano Ronaldo the Medal of Honor of the City.
May 2024: Surpassing League Goals Record
On May 27, 2024, Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 34th and 35th league goals of the campaign in Al-Nassr's home fixture against Al-Ittihad, surpassing Abderrazak Hamdallah's record for the most goals scored in a single Saudi Pro League season.
August 2024: UR Cristiano YouTube Channel Launch
On August 21, 2024, Cristiano Ronaldo launched his YouTube channel, UR Cristiano, which quickly became the fastest to reach various subscriber milestones, including 1 million subscribers in 90 minutes.
2024: World's Highest-Paid Athlete
In 2024, Forbes ranked Ronaldo as the world's highest-paid athlete and received Champions League All-Time Top Scorer by UEFA.
2024: First Player in Six European Championships
In 2024, with his start in Portugal's UEFA Euro 2024 opener against the Czech Republic, Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to feature in six European Championships.
2025: Appearance in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
In 2025, Cristiano Ronaldo appears as a playable character in the fighting game Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves.
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