Cristiano Ronaldo

Portugal's Joao Felix joins Ronaldo at Al Nassr in Saudi

Portuguese forward Joao Felix has signed a two-year deal with Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr, where he will join Cristiano Ronaldo, the club announced Tuesday.

Messi surpasses Ronaldo in non-penalty goals in 167 fewer games

Lionel Messi has surpassed Cristiano Ronaldo in terms of most non-penalty goals scored, playing 167 fewer games than his archrival.

'We will all miss you': Ronaldo on Jota's death

The Liverpool and Portugal star, 28, died along with his younger brother Andre when their vehicle veered off a motorway and burst into flames shortly after midnight in the municipality of Cernadilla in Zamora province, Spain.

Ronaldo prefers rest to playing in Club World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo preferred to take a rest rather than play in the revamped Club World Cup, the Portuguese international said on Saturday after renewing his contract with Al-Nassr.

Ronaldo to stay at Al Nassr until 2027

Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a two-year contract extension with Al Nassr, the Saudi Pro League side announced on Thursday, which will keep the Portuguese forward at the club well past his 42nd birthday.

Ronaldo’s black toenails: Not style, just a health-savvy secret

In a post-workout Instagram photo alongside his son Cristiano Jr., fans noticed the football legend’s toenails painted black. While some speculated it was a style statement or a nod to alternative fashion trends, the real reason is far more practical.

Nations League victors Portugal toast Ronaldo's 'winner mentality'

Cristiano Ronaldo's coach and team-mates praised his leadership after Sunday's Nations League final win over Spain in Munich.

'Nothing is better than winning for Portugal': Ronaldo rejoices in winning Nations League

The triumph, which left the five-times Champions League winner in tears, was Ronaldo's third on the international stage, accompanying his 2016 European Championship and 2019 Nations League winners' medals.

Portugal win second Nations League title after shootout success over Spain

Cristiano Ronaldo was in tears as Portugal picked up their second Nations League title by beating holders Spain 5-3 on penalties following a thrilling 2-2 draw in Sunday's final.

January 20, 2024
January 20, 2024

Ronaldo says Saudi league 'more competitive' than French

Cristiano Ronaldo insisted Friday that the often derided Saudi Pro League was "more competitive" than French Ligue 1.

January 20, 2024
January 20, 2024

Benzema returns to 'furious' Saudi club 17 days late

French forward Karim Benzema has returned to Saudi Arabia 17 days after he was supposed to check back in with his club Al-Ittihad, a source close to the club told AFP on Friday.

January 14, 2024
January 14, 2024

Ronaldo effect? Saudi spending spree fuels Asian Cup hopes

Saudi Arabia hope that the influx of foreign stars such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar into their club football will help the national team win their first Asian Cup in 28 years.

January 3, 2024
January 3, 2024

Tickets for Ronaldo's 'China Tour' sell out in hours

Chinese football fans raced on Wednesday to snap up tickets to see Cristiano Ronaldo play a rare match in their home country, with multiple online platforms selling out within a few hours.

December 31, 2023
December 31, 2023

Defier of odds and age, CR7 finishes 2023 as top scorer

He will turn 39 next February. Approaching an age even long before which athletes are removed from their peak, Cristiano Ronaldo does not seem to be stopping any time soon.

December 12, 2023
December 12, 2023

Ronaldo says not done yet after 50th goal this year

"Great victory and I'm thrilled to announce my 50th goal in 2023," the 38-year-old Portuguese wrote on Instagram

December 9, 2023
December 9, 2023

Ronaldo marks his 1,200th game in style

Former England goalkeeper Shilton is acknowledged as the record holder for the most competitive men's professional games, though the total is disputed. Some statistics websites say the tally is 1,390 but Shilton himself, on his X feed, gives it as 1,387.

December 6, 2023
December 6, 2023

Ronaldo rested as Al Nassr top Asian Champions League group

Nassr ended the group stage unbeaten, with four victories and two draws.

November 28, 2023
November 28, 2023

Ronaldo convinces referee to overturn penalty he won

Ronaldo leapt to his feet and approached the referee, wagging his finger, shaking his head and telling him there had been no foul.

November 25, 2023
November 25, 2023