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January 6, 2025
We usually prefer to look back in time and name past legends as the best of all time. We all do that with Maradona, Pelé or even Ronaldinho. However, there is another name that should be brought to the debate and that is of course: Cristiano Ronaldo.
Cristiano Ronaldo is an icon of excellence and the best footballer in the world. He has shaped contemporary football with his inimitable ability, determination and bravado. He transcends the field and has an impact that reaches out to every aspect of the game. Few other athletes in the sport achieved the same level and that's one of the reasons why the Portuguese superstar is regarded by many football experts as one of the best players of all-time...
Cristiano Ronaldo - All his goals in 2024:
From a boy in Madeira to world phenomenon, Ronaldo is the embodiment of the ceaseless pursuit of perfection. Scoring the most goals in the UEFA Champions League history and winning numerous Ballon d'Or awards are some of the standout achievements in his career. He had already conquered the likes of Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus, and he had also increased his value and set a standard around performance and durability for professional athletes.
Ronaldo has set a new standard in this sport not only due to his running speed, agility, ball-handling skills, and goal-scoring ability. Millions of young players have emulated their idol and adopted a rigorous training regime after him. This influence is evident in the way ‘would-be pros’ are pursuing their careers in football.
Ronaldo’s athletic accomplishments are one component of his public image; he also has become a cultural sensation. He has revolutionized connections between athletes and their fans — he has more than 600 million people following him across social media. A beacon for millions, he has branched into fashion, fitness and charity. Whether through philanthropy or by supporting local causes, Ronaldo has leveraged his status for the benefit of others, earning his place as an ambassador for the sport worldwide.
The Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi rivalry is arguably the most enduring of hits in modern football culture, and the contrasting players could not be more different from each other. Fans care more about the sport because all that competition has created an interesting mix of numbers and player fortunes. Not only has this rivalry sent shivers down spines, but it has also changed how the clubs market their players and how they acquire sponsorships.
While the sport continues to grow in popularity, so does the intersection with football betting. When Ronaldo plays, being Ronaldo, he very much moves the needle in matches from a betting perspective — people may bet more when Ronaldo is in and there is a game on. This demonstrates how it is often individual players who bend the market trend within sports betting.
Bookmakers are cashing in on this and are developing campaigns centred on Ronaldo's performances. Specific bets, such as whether he will score against a particular team or whether he will reach a milestone, have become ubiquitous. This trend reflects that players such as Ronaldo not only engage fans in this world but also create a wide range of economic activity within the world of sports.
Ronaldo’s legacy consists of his golden feet on the field and golden heart outside the field. Continuing to play very well into his 30s, he breaks age-related stereotypes about competitive sport, paving the way for a generation of young athletes.
Even his recent move to Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia goes on to prove that. Ronaldo's personal journeys in new cultures and markets also mean even more expansion of football's global presence. His adaptability while keeping things running at full throttle illustrates how far the culture of football has come.
Cristiano Ronaldo next game for Al Nassr is on January 9, against Al Akhdoud for the Saudi Pro League. You can watch Al Nassr vs Al Akhdoud, Real Madrid vs Mallorca, Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona, Tottenham vs Liverpool, Arsenal vs Newcastle and Sporting vs FC Porto, all matches provided from our live sports game pages.
Al Nassr next game:
Al Nassr vs Al Akhdoud kick-off time (09-01-2025):
Beijing (China) | UTC/GMT+7: 00:00
India (New Delhi) | UTC/GMT+4.30: 21:30
Saudi Arabia (Riyadh) | UTC/GMT+2: 19:00
Spain (Madrid) | UTC/GMT+1: 18:00
Portugal and England (Lisbon/London) | UTC/GMT+0: 17:00
Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) | UTC/GMT-3: 14:00
New York (United States) | UTC/GMT-4: 13:00
Los Angeles (United States) | UTC/GMT-7: 10:00
Sources: ronaldo7.net / uefa.com / alnassr.sa
