Cristiano Ronaldo: A Football Icon
Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro, commonly known as Cristiano Ronaldo, is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a forward for Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr and the Portugal national team. Born on February 5, 1985, in Funchal, Madeira, Ronaldo began his youth career at CF Andorinha before joining Nacional da Madeira.Early Career and Rise to Fame
Ronaldo's early years were marked by a passion for football that was evident from a young age. He joined the local club CD Nacional and later moved to Sporting CP, one of Portugal's top clubs. During his time at Sporting CP, Ronaldo caught the attention of Manchester United scouts, who signed him in 2003 for £12.24 million.Manchester United Years
Ronaldo spent six successful seasons with Manchester United, winning three Premier League