Greatest Football Player Of All Time Cristiano Ronaldo

The book is a comprehensive presentation of the life and professional career of Cristiano Ronaldo, who was born into a poor Portuguese family but worked hard and smartly through myriads of challenges to consistently achieve unbelieavable and unprecedented feats that earned him a plethora of individual awards and accomplishments; immensely inspired successes and extraordinary feats for both the professional football clubs he played for in England (Manchester United), Spain (Real Madrid) and Italy (Juventus) and both the Junior and Senior Teams of his formative club, Sporting CP Lisbon, and the Portugal National Team. It opens with an introduction, followed by the early chapter of his life that involves his parents, siblings and where he was born and bred, while also providing insights into his first steps towards a football career as he joined the local CF Andorinha Youth Team at age 7. It then moves on to his transition from an amateur football academy to a professional one as at the age of 10, he joined the Nacional Football Academy up in the high altitudes of his Madeiran Island home region, and after showcasing his wonderful genius by being both the Best Player and Top Scorer at the Regional Under-13 Championship at the end of his first season there, he was signed by Sporting Lisbon at the age of 11, a development that meant he left his loved ones at a very tender age and travelled 967 kilometres away to stay and train with the Sub-15 team of his new club in a very different environment where he knew no one. His journey continues with him being promoted to the Sub-17 Team at the end of his first season at age 12; becoming a semi-professional footballer at the age of 14; being promoted to the Under-19 Team at the age of 15, a few months after overoming a racing heart condition; and him making debuts and playing for the Portugal Under-15 and Under-17 Junior National Teams during his breakthrough 2001/02 season. The ensuing chapter details how following his outstanding performances, he was promoted to the First Team as a professional footballer at the age of 17 ahead of the 2002/03 season, during which he helped his club win the Portuguese Super Cup and his several goals and assists ensured they finished third in the league; and led the Portugal Under-20 Team to victory at the 2003 Toulon Tournament. The trail continues with his remarkable showings that earned him a dream move to Manchester United at the age of 18 that historically made him the Most Expensive Teenager in English Football at the time ahead of the 2003/04 season, during which he inspired his club to FA Cup glory; concluded his Portugal Junior Team career with 18 goals and dozens of created chances in 38 appearances; and made his debut for the Portugal Senior National Team as the First Ever from Madeira, inspiring the team to a Silver Medal at his debut international football tournament, 2004 EURO, where his performances earned him a place in the Team of the Tournament that hepled historically make him the Youngest Ever to earn a UEFA Team of the Year place, at its 2004 edition. It then moves on to how after having won every individual and team honor and setting historical records in Manchester United and English Football, and mostly doing the same in European and World Club football and becoming Captain of Portugal, he moved to Real Madrid ahead of the 2009/0 season. It then delves into how after he had played 9 seasons with Real Madrid, setting a myriad of records and earning multiple editions of every individual honor in Spanish, European, and World Football and Global Sports, and inspiring the club and his National Team to unprecedented success while being a very active philanthropist and entrepreneur, he moved to Juventus ahead of the 2018/19 season. After exploring how he cemented his legacy as the World''s Greatest Ever Soccer Player with his outstanding performances in Italian and International Football for Juventus and Portugal, it ends with a conclusion.

The story of the two football players, Lionel Andrés Messis (b. 1987) and Cristiano Ronaldo (b. 1985). Their differences seem to tap into something fundamental about football and indeed life

Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the most exciting footballers of his generation. Starring at youth level on his home island of Maderia, his spirit and natural flair took him into the Sporting Lisbon first team, attracting the interest of Manchester United, who bought him in the summer of 2003. His dazzling footwork, showmanship and eye for goal not only inspired United to two Premiership titles, but he was United's only player to score in normal time in the 2008 Champions League final, which the Reds won to put the finishing touches to a remarkable double-winning season. His incredible top-scoring season was further rewarded by becoming the FIFA World Player of the Year - and the first player based in the UK to win the award.

A Financial Times Sports Books of the Year. Cristiano and Leo is the fascinating account of the lives and rivalry between two of the best footballers to ever play the game, Ronaldo and Messi, by Jimmy Burns the bestselling author of Maradona: The Hand of God. The rivalry between Ronaldo and Messi has defined football to a generation of fans – everyone has an opinion on who is the greatest. Do you prefer Ronaldo whose work ethic and physique have been honed for one purpose – scoring goals. Or Messi, whose superhuman natural talent means he can do the seemingly impossible with a football. Between them they have scored over 1300 goals, won the Ballon d’Or ten times, and taken the beautiful game to even greater heights. But statistics alone cannot do justice to their skill, athleticism and dedication to stay at the top for so long of one of the most competitive sports in the world. Cristiano and Leo tells their definitive story, from children kicking a ball halfway around the world from each other to facing each other in the epic clash El Clásico, between Real Madrid and Barcelona. This is the essential book to understand one the most compelling rivalries in sporting history.

Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the best footballers of all time, and his life is a great example of how to keep going, work hard, and achieve. He was good at soccer from a young age, but it was his dedication to training and getting better that made him stand out. He has won many titles and awards, broken many records, and become a global icon on and off the stage. In this story, we look at Ronaldo's early years in Madeira, Portugal, his rise to fame with Sporting Lisbon, his record-setting move to Manchester United, and his later success with Real Madrid and the Portuguese national team. We talk about his personal life and the problems he has had to face, such as losing his father at a young age and having ups and downs with his family, friends, and coworkers. We learn more about what makes Ronaldo such an interesting and unique person in sports and beyond by talking to his teachers, friends, family members, and experts in the field. This biography gives a complete look at Cristiano Ronaldo, the man behind the celebrity, with the help of exclusive pictures, private information, and expert analysis. This book isn't just about Ronaldo's success. It also looks at the difficult and often controversial parts of his career, like his rivalry with Lionel Messi, his demanding personality, and his role in crimes that happened off the field. This story is a great way to learn about one of the most interesting football players of our time, whether you are a big fan of the sport or just know a little bit about it. This book is the best way to learn about Cristiano Ronaldo's life and career. It has thorough study, interesting stories, and careful analysis.

The definitive award-winning biography of Cristiano Ronaldo - fully updated to include the 2022 World Cup, Ronaldo's explosive exit from Manchester United and his record-breaking transfer to Al-Nassr As the Qatar World Cup opened to worldwide jubilation, Cristiano Ronaldo's second spell at Manchester United reached an abrupt conclusion. It was not to be the fairy tale ending to a glittering career. Instead, over the two seasons, it had snowballed into a toxic standoff between himself, the board and newly appointed manager, Erik ten Hag. The Theatre's dream was over. On 22 November 2022, Ronaldo's contract was terminated. In this compelling account, Guillem Balagué draws on impeccable sources, first-hand interviews and unprecedented access, taking us on a journey from Madeira to Manchester, and onto Spain, Italy and Saudi Arabia. From Ronaldo's tutelage under Sir Alex Ferguson to becoming the biggest galáctico of them all at Real Madrid, and captaining Portugal to the first silverware in their history at the UEFA Euro 2016, Guillem chronicles Ronaldo's career in its entirety. This is nothing less than the definitive portrait of a true icon of modern football, who has reached the very heights of the beautiful game and cemented his place as one of the greatest players of all time.

"Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo is a larger-than-life figure in world soccer. The gifted attacker is a global celebrity, the likes of which are rarely seen. A dominant career enduring more than two decades at the highest level of the sport has made Ronaldo one of the most recognizable people in the world. Ronaldo's goal-scoring prowess is legendary. He has a remarkable skill in being able to manufacture goals in seemingly impossible positions. No one in the history of the game has scored more than Ronaldo. Between league, cup, continental, and international competitions, he has scored more than 800 goals, an unrivaled feat. He has toppled records throughout his career, which has gained him a lot of attention and a great amount of wealth"--

Ronaldo has lived many dreams already, and his career is nowhere near finished. He has been one of the most inspiring soccer players of his generation, and goes down in the all-time list of the best soccer players ever. But what makes Cristiano Ronaldo so good? Why is he the example for any forward player? Easy and fun to read for kids. After reading this book, you will know all about Cristiano Ronaldo. You should be able to answer all the questions about him. You would know why there are such quotes about him: "There are some things Ronaldo can do with a football that make me touch my head and wonder how on earth he did it." -Portuguese star Luis Figo "Cristiano is quite a player." -Manchester United star Rio Ferdinand "Ronaldo may be the best player." -Czech Coach Karel Bruckner "When Ronaldo gets the ball, you can just leave him to it while he beats player after player." -Former teammate Ryan Giggs "He will be a world star in football like Michael Jordan was in basketball ... They have both been blessed with a genius that has never been seen before." -Portuguese National Coach Carlos Queiroz ...and so much more...