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Cristiano Ronaldo was born to a gardener and a cook. His family was not wealthy, and he often shared a room with his brothers
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As a child, Ronaldo dreamed of becoming a professional football player. His mother was hesitant, but his father supported his aspirations.
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Ronaldo joined the Sporting CP youth academy at the age of 12. He was often bullied by other players due to his skinny build and shy personality.
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Ronaldo's breakthrough came when he scored a stunning goal against Inter Milan in a friendly match while on trial at Manchester United. This goal convinced Sir Alex Ferguson to sign him.
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Real Madrid broke the world transfer record when they signed Ronaldo from Manchester United in 2009 for a fee of €80 million.
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Before joining Manchester United, Ronaldo was close to signing for Liverpool. However, the Reds' manager at the time, Gérard Houllier, turned him down.
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In the 2006 World Cup, Ronaldo was sent off for diving against England. This incident tarnished his reputation and led to criticism from fans and pundits.
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Ronaldo has struggled with injuries throughout his career, particularly in recent years. He has missed several important matches due to muscle problems.
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Ronaldo has struggled with injuries throughout his career, particularly in recent years. He has missed several important matches due to muscle problems. Credit: CR7 Insta
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Ronaldo has expressed his desire to play professional football until he is in his late 30s or early 40s. He has also hinted at the possibility of becoming a manager or coach after he retires as a player.
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