UEFA Names Ronaldo All-Time Leading Goal Scorer

The UEFA Champions League has named Cristiano Ronaldo all-time leading goalscorer.

UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin, honored the Portuguese player with a special award recognizing his remarkable achievements and enduring legacy in European club football.

Ronaldo was presented with the special award during the inaugural 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 36-team league phase draw ceremony at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco on Thursday.

Ronaldo’s career in the Champions League is unparalleled, with his name etched in the annals of football history. Over more than 18 years, the Portuguese superstar has set the standard for excellence in Europe’s premier club competition, demonstrating extraordinary talent, dedication, and a relentless pursuit of success.

Throughout his illustrious career, Ronaldo has graced the Champions League with 183 appearances across spells with Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus, leaving an indelible mark on each club. His goal-scoring prowess is unmatched, making him the competition’s all-time leading scorer, a record that stands as a testament to his consistent brilliance on the greatest stage.

Ronaldo’s achievements in the Champions League are numerous and legendary. He became the first player to score in three finals, showcasing his ability to perform under the most intense pressure.

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Additionally, his feat of scoring in 11 consecutive Champions League matches is a record that might never be surpassed. His 140 goals in the competition, coupled with his decisive contributions in critical moments, have solidified his status as one of the greatest footballers in history.

A five-time winner of the UEFA Champions League, Ronaldo first tasted European glory with Manchester United in 2008.

In a memorable final against Chelsea, he opened the scoring with a powerful header, only to experience the full range of emotions when his penalty was saved during the ensuing shootout. However, United emerged victorious after Chelsea’s John Terry slipped and missed a crucial penalty, and Edwin van der Sar saved Nicolas Anelka’s effort.

Ronaldo’s legacy was further cemented during his time at Real Madrid, where he played an instrumental role in the club’s dominance of European football.

He was pivotal in their 2014 triumph over Atletico Madrid and was a driving force behind Madrid’s historic three-peat of Champions League titles from 2015 to 2017. Each of these victories highlighted Ronaldo’s unmatched scoring ability and leadership on the field, contributing decisively to the club’s status as a footballing powerhouse.