12 Facts About Cristiano Ronaldo - "G.O.A.T"
By Keye Kelson
Cristiano Ronaldo is a phenomenon, role model and one of the greatest sportsmen of this generation but even with his popularity throughout the world, there’s still a lot we don’t know about the Portuguese icon.
Here are 12 things to know about Cristiano Ronaldo:
1. Childhood Nicknames: As a child, Ronaldo earned the nicknames 'crybaby' due to his tendency to cry when things didn't go his way and 'little bee' because of his impressive speed on the football field.
2. Friend's Sacrifice: Ronaldo's football journey began thanks to his friend, Albert Fantrau, who sacrificed his own opportunity at a football academy, stating, "You're better than me."
3. Workout Routine: Ronaldo maintains his incredible physique through a strict workout routine, with specific exercises for each day except Tuesday, his designated rest day.
4. Record Earnings: Ronaldo has consistently broken records, including becoming the world's highest-paid football player, with earnings reaching $73 million in 2014 and $93 million in 2017.
5. The CR7 Museum: Funchal hosts the CR7 Museum, showcasing Ronaldo's life, career, trophies, and awards.
6. Health Scare and Recovery: Ronaldo faced a health scare at age 15 when he was diagnosed with a racing heart. Laser surgery saved his career, allowing him to return to the pitch.
7. Legendary Jersey Number: Ronaldo's iconic jersey number, 7, almost became 28 when he joined Manchester United. However, Sir Alex Ferguson insisted he wear the number 7 to follow in the footsteps of legends like Eric Cantona and David Beckham.
8. FIFA World Player of the Year: In 2008, Ronaldo scored a remarkable 42 goals and was honored with the FIFA 'World Player of the Year' title.
9. University Study: Beyond the football pitch, Ronaldo's life is the subject of study for fourth-year sociology students at the University of British Columbia Okanagan in Canada.
10. Powerful Kicks: Known for his powerful kicks, Ronaldo has reportedly injured fans with broken noses and wrists during matches.
11. Full Name: Cristiano Ronaldo's full name is Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro, and he was born on February 5, 1985, into a modest family of four.
12. Exceptional Athleticism: Ronaldo's incredible athleticism is evident in his vertical jump, which reaches 5G, a feat shared with cheetahs.
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