Sports2002–present
Cristiano Ronaldo
The most prolific goal scorer in men's football history — 900+ club and international goals, unprecedented physical conditioning, and a relentless drive to be the best.
Origin
Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
CR
The Athletic Record
Rank History
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Often Compared To
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#3Soccer / FIFA — Três Corações, Brazil · 1956–1977
The first and still arguably greatest football player in history — three World Cup titles with Brazil and 1,279 career goals that made him a global symbol of the sport's power.