Cristiano Ronaldo, at 40, asserts his claim as the 'most complete player ever' after a record-breaking career that has seen him score 923 goals. The Portuguese legend's journey from Manchester United to Real Madrid and Al Nassr is marked by incredible consistency and an unyielding drive to succeed.
Cristiano Ronaldo , the football icon, turned 40 on Wednesday and asserted his claim as 'the most complete player to have existed.
' In an interview with Spanish outlet El Chiringuito following his two-goal performance in Al Nassr's 4-0 Asian Champions League victory over Al Wasl, Ronaldo stated, 'Who's the player in history who's scored most goals with their head, their left foot, penalties, free-kicks? I was looking the other day and not being left-footed, I'm in the top 10 goalscorers with their left foot in history. And with my head, and with my right foot, and penalties. All of them.' He continued, 'One thing is taste. If you like Messi, Pele, Maradona, I understand that and I respect that, but saying Ronaldo isn't complete - I'm the most complete. I haven't seen anybody better than me and I say it from the heart.' Ronaldo's impressive career goal tally stands at 923, solidifying his position as the highest-scoring male footballer in history, a record recognized by FIFA. Ronaldo's goal-scoring prowess evolved as he transitioned from a winger to a more central role. During his time with Manchester United between 2003 and 2009, he netted 145 goals in 346 appearances, including a remarkable 42 goals in all competitions during the 2007/08 season. His move to Real Madrid in 2009 for a world-record £80 million fee propelled him to new heights, averaging 50 goals per season during his nine-year tenure at the Bernabeu. Although his return to Manchester United in 2021 was short-lived, Ronaldo's impact was undeniable. He then signed with Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr, scoring a remarkable 50 goals in all competitions during his first full season in the Middle East.The 40-year-old continues to demonstrate remarkable consistency, scoring 40+ goals in almost every year since turning 25. He remains a vital asset to the Portugal national team, having scored more goals for his country than any other player in history. Ronaldo's dedication to the sport and his relentless pursuit of excellence are evident in every aspect of his career. With the 2026 World Cup in his sights, he appears poised to shatter the unthinkable record of 1,000 career goals. His extraordinary journey, marked by countless records and accolades, solidifies his place as one of the greatest footballers of all time
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