That sweet little boy in the photo is now one of the most famous men in the world.

A meteoric rise

In 2003, everything changed. At 18, he signed with Manchester United. The young Portuguese, still unknown, impressed with his speed, dribbling, and thirst for victory. Three seasons later, he became one of the club’s most iconic faces. Then came the transfer to Real Madrid: a spectacular turning point that propelled him into another dimension.

Goalscoring records, trophies galore, Ballon d’Or awards galore… Ronaldo transforms every match into a showcase of his talent, but also of his rigor. Behind the scenes, the man follows an iron discipline: training, diet, sleep, everything is meticulously measured. Because behind the genius hides a hard worker.

A model of resilience and ambition

Now 40 years old, Ronaldo has lost none of his aura. He has scored over 900 official goals, a historic record, and proudly played for Portugal over 220 times. But beyond the numbers, he has become a true symbol of inspiration. Because what fascinates as much as his sporting achievements is his human trajectory: that of a vulnerable child who became a global icon.