Name: Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro

Nationality: Portugal

Position: Forward (primarily a striker / winger)

Date of Birth: 5 February 1985

Place of Birth: Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Height: Approximately 1.87 m (6 ft 1 in)

Current club (as of 2024): Al Nassr FC (Saudi Pro League)

Notable previous clubs:

• Sporting CP (Portugal)
• Manchester United (England) — two spells: 2003–2009 and 2021–2022
• Real Madrid (Spain) — 2009–2018
• Juventus (Italy) — 2018–2021

Portugal national team:

• Senior debut: 2003
• Caps (approx.): 200+ (all-time appearance leader for Portugal)
• Goals (approx.): Portugal's all-time leading scorer with 100+ international goals
• Tournaments: UEFA European Championships (2004, 2008, 2012, 2016, 2021, 2024) and FIFA World Cups (2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022)
• Major honor with Portugal: UEFA European Championship winner 2016; UEFA Nations League winner 2019

Major club honors (selected):

• Multiple UEFA Champions League titles with Real Madrid
• Domestic league titles in England (Manchester United), Spain (Real Madrid), and Italy (Juventus)
• Multiple domestic cups and super cups across leagues

Individual honors (selected):

• Multiple Ballon d'Or awards
• Multiple European Golden Shoes
• Numerous top-scorer awards in domestic leagues and European competitions

Playing style and attributes: Exceptional goal-scoring, aerial ability, powerful and accurate shooting, strong athleticism and fitness, excellent movement and positioning, and a proficiency from set pieces and penalties. Known for professionalism, intense training ethic, and leadership.

Notable records:

• All-time leading scorer in the UEFA Champions League
• One of the highest goal totals in men’s international football
• Numerous club and competition scoring records

Legacy: Widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, influential both on and off the pitch, with a global brand, extensive philanthropic activity, and a major impact on modern football.