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As Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates his 39th birthday, let's examine five significant records held by the football legend

The Portugal football icon continues to be held in high esteem by fans of the game across the globe.

Renowned for his prolific goal-scoring and numerous accolades, football legend Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates his 39th birthday today.

The Portuguese icon stands as one of the greatest footballers globally, boasting an impressive array of achievements in the sport. Notably, he clinched the prestigious Ballon d’Or award five times, secured the UEFA Men’s Player of the Year award on three occasions, and earned four European Golden Shoes.

According to USA Today, Ronaldo ranks as the world’s wealthiest and highest-paid player, with an estimated income of $260 million in 2023. Moreover, his Instagram following surpasses 620 million, solidifying his position as the most followed individual on the platform, as reported by Hindustan Times.

Let’s delve into five major records of this football legend:

  1. First player to notch 800 career goals: Ronaldo etched his name in history by becoming the inaugural player to score 800 goals. This milestone was achieved in November 2022 during a Premier League match between Manchester United and Arsenal.
  2. Most international goals: With over 118 goals in international football, Ronaldo surpassed Ali Daei’s record in 2021 when he netted his 110th goal in a match against the Republic of Ireland.
  3. Most Champions League goals: Ronaldo boasts an illustrious Champions League career, setting records as both the most-capped player with 183 appearances and the all-time leading goal scorer in the tournament.
  4. Hat-trick King: In men’s international football, Ronaldo holds the distinction of being the first player to score 10 hat-tricks. This achievement was realized during Portugal’s 5-0 victory against Luxembourg in 2021, surpassing Sven Rydell’s record of nine hat-tricks.
  5. Only player to score in three consecutive Champions League finals: Affectionately dubbed “Mr. Champions Trophy,” Ronaldo holds the unique feat of scoring in three consecutive Champions League finals, solidifying his reputation as a monumental figure in the tournament’s history.

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