Cristiano Ronaldo in action for Portugal
There is no denying that Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the greatest footballers to have played the game.
Having hailed from a poor background, Ronaldo’s rise has been phenomenal to observe. Despite all the money and fame, the Portugal international is well-renowned for his grounded nature and constantly makes the news for his charitable acts.
The forward has enjoyed successful stints at top clubs like Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus and has used his star status to positively impact people’s lives.
5 times Cristiano Ronaldo proved that he has a big heart
#5 Cristiano Ronaldo’s search for the woman who gave him free burgers as a child
Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the most successful footballers in the world
In a famous interview with TV personality Piers Morgan, Cristiano Ronaldo admitted that he would like to find the woman who gave him free burgers as a child.
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The 36-year old recounted a story from his childhood, when he and his friends would go to a McDonald’s near the Sporting CP ground. There, they would be given free burgers by three women who worked there.
Ronaldo also stated that he would like to take the women out to dinner some time, either in Turin or in Lisbon. A few women have come forward since Ronaldo’s interview aired, but apparently none of them match the superstar footballer’s description.
#4 When Cristiano Ronaldo gifted his teammates personalised watches after winning La Decima
Cristiano Ronaldo has won the Champions League five times
When Real Madrid won the UEFA Champions League in 2014, it was a monumental occasion for the club.
Los Blancos became the first club to win 10 Champions League titles, with this feat coming 12 years after their ninth one. Cristiano Ronaldo played a key role in their success that season, scoring 17 goals in the Champions League alone.
Such was his joy after winning La Decima that Cristiano Ronaldo gifted his teammates watches, each worth €8,200. Inscribed in each watch were the player’s names, ‘La Decima’ and ‘CR7’. Cristiano Ronaldo would go on to win three more Champions League titles with Real Madrid, and it would indeed be fascinating to know what the gifts were then.
#3 When Cristiano Ronaldo gifted his agent a Greek island
Cristiano Ronaldo and Jorge Mendes enjoy a good relationship
Jorge Mendes is one of the most renowned football agents in the world. His clients include the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea, Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho and Everton midfielder James Rodriguez.
Ronaldo and Mendes share a close relationship. In fact, when Mendes got married in 2015, the Portuguese attacker reportedly gifted his friend and agent a Greek island.
Mendes is one of the richest men in Portugal, but this generous gift from his client would surely have moved him.
#2 When Cristiano Ronaldo gave his Silver Boot to Nani
Cristiano Ronaldo and Nani celebrate a goal for Portugal
Portugal winning the Euros in 2016 was a historic moment for the country, as well as for Cristiano Ronaldo.
Unfortunately, Ronaldo was unable to make an impact in the final against France, having suffered an injury during the initial stages of the game. Despite this, the 36-year old won the Silver Boot, having scored three goals and provided three assists in the tournament.
Former Manchester United winger Nani, another crucial part of the team that triumphed in the final, took to Instagram to state that Cristiano Ronaldo had gifted him the Silver Boot due to his contributions in the tournament. Nani admitted that he was delighted with the gift.
#1 Cristiano Ronaldo’s refusal to get tattoos
Cristiano Ronaldo donates blood on a regular basis
Tattoos have become an integral part of modern culture, with various sportsmen and women sporting them.
However, Cristiano Ronaldo is famed for having no tattoos on his body. The Al Nassr forward donates blood on a regular basis, which has been cited as a reason for him not getting any tattoos.
Ronaldo is said to be extremely regular when it comes to donating blood, and has often shared posts on social media citing the importance of doing the same.
