Few players have bent football to their will quite like Cristiano Ronaldo. Born in Funchal, Madeira, on 5 February 1985, he turned raw talent into one of the most ruthless goalscoring careers the sport has ever seen, built on discipline, self-belief and an appetite for big moments that never seemed to fade.
Below you'll find Cristiano Ronaldo's fact file, career history and honours, plus our Cristiano Ronaldo collection of hoodies and T-shirts.
Cristiano Ronaldo Fact File
| Full name | Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | 5 February 1985 (age 41) |
| Place of birth | Funchal, Madeira, Portugal |
| Height | 1.87 m (6 ft 2 in) |
| Position | Forward |
| Nationality | Portuguese |
| Status | Al Nassr (Saudi Pro League) |
| Shirt number | 7 |
| Nickname | CR7 |
Career History
| Years | Team | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2003 | Sporting CP | 25 | 3 |
| 2003–2009 | Manchester United | 196 | 84 |
| 2009–2018 | Real Madrid | 292 | 311 |
| 2018–2021 | Juventus | 98 | 81 |
| 2021–2022 | Manchester United | 40 | 19 |
| 2023– | Al Nassr | Current club | – |
| 2003– | Portugal | 233 | 146 |
League appearances and goals; international figures are caps and goals.
Manchester United: From Show Pony to Ballon d'Or
Sir Alex Ferguson signed an 18-year-old Ronaldo from Sporting CP in 2003 and handed him the famous number 7 shirt. The early years were all stepovers and flicks; by 2007–08 he had become a goal machine, scoring 42 times as United won the Premier League and the Champions League. That season earned him his first Ballon d'Or. Celebrate this chapter with our Cristiano Ronaldo Men's Hoodie.
Real Madrid: 450 Goals in Nine Years
A then world-record move to Real Madrid in 2009 took him to another level. Ronaldo scored 450 goals in 438 games for the club, becoming Real's all-time top scorer and winning four Champions League titles in five seasons, including three in a row from 2016 to 2018. He added four more Ballon d'Or awards along the way. Relive it with our Cristiano Ronaldo Icon 8-Bit Men's Hoodie.
Juventus, a United Return and Saudi Arabia
Ronaldo won two Serie A titles with Juventus, returned briefly to Old Trafford in 2021, then joined Al Nassr in 2023, kickstarting a wave of star signings in the Saudi Pro League. In September 2024 he became the first man to score 900 official career goals. Wear the legend with our Cristiano Ronaldo World Cup Sticker Men's Hoodie.
Portugal's Captain
For his country, Ronaldo captained Portugal to their first major trophy at Euro 2016, followed by the UEFA Nations League in 2019. He is the all-time leading scorer in men's international football and has more caps than anyone else in the men's game.
Ronaldo's Legacy
Whatever side of the Messi v Ronaldo debate you're on, there's no arguing with the work ethic. Ronaldo reinvented himself from winger to inside forward to penalty-box predator, and stayed at the top for two decades. That's why his name still sells shirts all over the world.
Honours
Club
- UEFA Champions League: 5
- Premier League: 3
- La Liga: 2
- Serie A: 2
- FIFA Club World Cup: 2
- FA Cup: 1
- Copa del Rey: 1
- Saudi Pro League: 1
Portugal
- UEFA European Championship: 2016
- UEFA Nations League: 2019, 2025
Individual
- Ballon d'Or: 5
Off the Pitch
Ronaldo is one of the most followed people on social media in the world and has built a huge business empire under the CR7 brand, from fashion to hotels. He is a father of five and is known for his intense fitness regime, which has helped him play at the top level well into his forties.
FAQs
How old is Cristiano Ronaldo?
Cristiano Ronaldo was born on 5 February 1985, so he is 41 years old.
Where was Cristiano Ronaldo born?
In Funchal, Madeira, Portugal.
How tall is Cristiano Ronaldo?
Cristiano Ronaldo is 1.87 m (6 ft 2 in).
What teams has Cristiano Ronaldo played for?
Sporting CP, Manchester United (twice), Real Madrid, Juventus and Al Nassr, plus Portugal at international level.
How many Ballon d'Or awards has Cristiano Ronaldo won?
Five: in 2008, 2013, 2014, 2016 and 2017.
How many goals did Ronaldo score for Real Madrid?
Ronaldo scored 450 goals in 438 appearances for Real Madrid, making him the club's all-time top scorer.
What number did Ronaldo wear at Manchester United?
Ronaldo wore the famous number 7 shirt at Manchester United, following in the footsteps of Best, Cantona and Beckham.
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Part of our Player Profiles series. Read next: Lionel Messi and David Beckham.
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