As Cristiano Ronaldo gears up to hit the big 4-0, the world of soccer is buzzing with anticipation. While most elite athletes hang up their boots by this age, CR7 is plotting a course that could lead him to the 2026 World Cup, further solidifying his legacy.
A Legendary Career Built on Goals
Since stepping onto the pitch with Sporting Lisbon in 2002, Ronaldo has amassed an astronomical number of goals, etching his name into the echelons of soccer greatness alongside legends like Pelé and Diego Armando Maradona. The debate continues: is he even alongside the one and only Lionel Messi?
Unstoppable Drive and Future Aspirations
“I’m going to be 40 years old, but I’m not finished. I want to score more goals, and I want to keep winning with the national team. I’ll keep going,” Ronaldo declared. With a storied career that encompasses Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus, and now Al Nassr, he’s not just racking up trophies; he’s clocked in an impressive fortune of 800 million euros. But his ambitions don’t stop there.
At the Globe Soccer Gala, Ronaldo laid out his post-retirement plans, indicating a clear path toward ownership in the soccer realm. “I’m not a coach, and I’m never going to be one. Maybe one day I’ll see myself as a club owner; I don’t know,” he explained, setting the stage for a new chapter in his illustrious career.
Following the Footsteps of Soccer Icons
Ronaldo’s aspirations echo those of soccer legends who transitioned from players to team owners. He’s setting his sights on becoming a part of that elite club.
Much like his Brazilian counterpart Ronaldo Nazário, who retired in 2011 and took a stake in Real Valladolid in 2018, CR7 wants to leave a lasting mark on the game, just like both Ronaldo and David Beckham, another star who traded his boots for a stake in Inter Miami.
With the world watching, Cristiano Ronaldo isn’t just rewriting his own history; he’s setting the stage for future legends. Stay tuned, folks—this story is far from over!