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Ronaldo Luis Nazario de Lima Ronaldo Biography and Timeline

Follow Ronaldo Luis Nazario de Lima Ronaldo through 6 dated historical records for Brazil.

Ronaldo Luis Nazario de Lima Ronaldo, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

6Distinct records
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1996–2002Years on this page

1996

Compostela Solo Goal

Forward · Santiago de Compostela · Sport / Football

Scores a celebrated solo goal after running from inside his own half against Compostela.

Role range: 1996-1997

1997

Cup Winners Cup Final Goal

Forward · Rotterdam · Sport / Football

Scores the penalty that gives Barcelona victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the European final.

Role range: 1996-1997

Ballon d'Or

Forward · Paris · Sport / Football

Wins the Ballon d'Or after starring for Barcelona and Inter.

Role range: 1994-2011

European Footballer Recognition

Forward · Paris · Sport / Football

Becomes the youngest recipient of the award at that time.

Role range: 1994-2011

2002

Golden Boot Winner

Forward · Yokohama · Sport / Football

Finishes the World Cup as leading scorer with eight goals.

Role range: 1994-2011

World Cup Final Goals

Forward · Yokohama · Sport / Football

Scores both goals as Brazil defeat Germany in the final.

Role range: 1994-2011

Records, sources and methodology

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