Ronaldo Becomes 1st Billionaire Soccer Player
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This article was originally published on www.si.com as Kylian Mbappé Milestone Just One Short of Cristiano Ronaldo Record. Kylian Mbappé became the second-quickest player in La Liga history to reach 40 goals with his weekend strike against Villarreal, with only the legendary Cristiano Ronaldo having achieved the feat in fewer matches.
Lionel Messi was denied a potentially money-spinning move away from Barcelona this month after a contract-dispute but the Argentine maestro remains the world's richest soccer player.
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A Cristiano Ronaldo reunion? Man United’s Bruno Fernandes reportedly makes final decision on Saudi Arabia future
Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes has received offers from the Saudi Pro League, where his former Manchester United teammate Cristiano Ronaldo plays.
Ronaldo will celebrate his 41st birthday in February but has a contract with Al Nassr until 2027 and is expecting to play at a sixth World Cup next year—together, he and Lionel Messi will jointly break the record for most World Cup tournament appearances set by Germany’s Lothar Matthäus in 1998.
Nations League holders Portugal made light of Cristiano Ronaldo's injury absence as they swept aside Croatia 4-1 in their openerin the competition on Saturday.
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Portugal coach Roberto Martinez outlines 2026 World Cup ambitions with Cristiano Ronaldo at the helm
Portugal launched their 2026 World Cup qualifiers with impressive form, asserting their status as favorites under Cristiano Ronaldo’s leadership. Head coach Roberto Martinez has clearly outlined the team's objectives for the tournament,
Cristiano Ronaldo believes he still has gas left in the tank and the passion to compete with the younger players.
Cristiano Ronaldo may have to wait a few days longer before he can attempt to score his 100th Portugal goal after a toe infection made him doubtful for Saturday's Nations League match at home to Croatia.