Cristiano Ronaldo Biography and Timeline — Page 3

Champions League Hat-Trick Reverses Atletico Tie

Ronaldo scored three goals against Atlético Madrid as Juventus overturned a first-leg deficit to advance in the Champions League.

First Scudetto at Juventus

Finishes his first season at Juventus as an Italian champion, providing goals and experience as the club wins the 2018-19 Serie A title.

Portugal Nations League Semi-Final Hat-Trick

Ronaldo scored three times against Switzerland to send Portugal into the inaugural UEFA Nations League final.

Serie A Player of the Season Recognition

Ronaldo received Serie A's most valuable player distinction for his first campaign in Italy after contributing crucial goals to Juventus's championship season.

One Hundred International Goals

Scores his one hundredth senior international goal against Sweden.

Role range: 2003-

Portugal Scoring Milestone

Becomes the first European man reaching one hundred international goals.

Role range: 2003-

Juventus Italian Championship Retained

Ronaldo scored prolifically during Juventus's successful defence of the Serie A title, supplying goals from penalties, open play and aerial situations.

Two Goals in Juventus Title Win Against Lazio

Ronaldo scored twice against Lazio as Juventus strengthened their position at the top of Serie A during the 2019-20 title run.

Champions League Late Winner Against Villarreal

Ronaldo scored in stoppage time against Villarreal to turn a difficult Champions League home match into a 2-1 Manchester United victory.

International Scoring Record Against Ireland

Ronaldo scored two late headers against the Republic of Ireland to move beyond Ali Daei's men's international goals record.

Portugal Euro Double Against Hungary

Ronaldo scored twice late against Hungary and became the leading goalscorer in the history of European Championship finals matches.

Return to Manchester United Against Newcastle

Ronaldo scored twice on his second Manchester United debut as the home side defeated Newcastle United 4-1 at Old Trafford.

First Player to Score at Five Men's World Cups

Ronaldo converted a penalty against Ghana and became the first male player to score at five separate FIFA World Cup tournaments.

Hat-Trick Against Tottenham at Old Trafford

Ronaldo scored all three Manchester United goals in a 3-2 league victory over Tottenham, securing a dramatic win with a late header.

Manchester United Contract Ends by Agreement

Ronaldo and Manchester United agreed to terminate his contract, ending his second spell at the club shortly before Portugal's World Cup campaign.

Premier League Hat-Trick Against Norwich

Ronaldo scored three times against Norwich City, including a direct free kick, as United narrowly won a 3-2 Premier League match.

International Appearance Record

Scores the winning goal during his record international appearance.

Role range: 2003-

Two Hundred Portugal Caps

Makes his two hundredth senior appearance for Portugal against Iceland.

Role range: 2003-

Al Nassr Arrival

Cristiano Ronaldo joined Al Nassr from Manchester United in 2023 to compete in Saudi Arabia’s top division. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner became one of the first globally prominent European stars to enter the Saudi Pro League.

Arab Club Champions Cup Final Double

Ronaldo scored twice against Al Hilal as ten-man Al Nassr claimed the Arab Club Champions Cup after extra time.

Saudi Pro League Four Goals Against Al Wehda

Ronaldo scored all four goals in Al Nassr's 4-0 away win against Al Wehda, recording his first four-goal match in Saudi football.

Nine Hundredth Senior Career Goal

Ronaldo scored against Croatia in a UEFA Nations League fixture to reach 900 senior career goals for his clubs and Portugal.

Portugal Sixth European Championship Campaign

Ronaldo appeared at Euro 2024, becoming the first man to take part in six European Championship final tournaments.

Record Saudi League Thirty-Five Goal Season

Ronaldo completed the 2023-24 Saudi Pro League season with 35 goals, setting a new single-season competition scoring record at the time.

Portugal Nations League Semi-Final Goal Against Germany

Ronaldo scored the winner against Germany as Portugal reached another UEFA Nations League final after a 2-1 semifinal victory.

Second UEFA Nations League Title for Portugal

Ronaldo started Portugal's Nations League final against Spain and scored an equaliser before Portugal prevailed in the penalty shootout.