Speaking to GOAL at the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Ultimate Grudge Match, the Tottenham defender revealed the iconic players that stick in his mind from his youth.
Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has strongly criticised ex-teammate Cristiano Ronaldo after the veteran forward abandoned the Portugal national team camp during the recent international window. The retired England international questioned how his old Old Trafford colleague handled the public fallout with head coach Jorge Jesus.
Paris Saint-Germain playmaker Vitinha has opened up on the turbulent atmosphere inside the Portugal camp following the high-profile fallout between Cristiano Ronaldo and head coach Jorge Jesus. Speaking after his side's Champions League win at Manchester City, the midfielder expressed hope that the veteran striker reconciles with the national team.
The long-running legal dispute between Juventus and Cristiano Ronaldo has taken another dramatic turn as the Italian giants refuse to accept defeat. Despite multiple rulings in favour of the Portuguese superstar, the club has confirmed it will escalate the matter to the highest level of the Italian judiciary.
Cristiano Ronaldo reaffirmed his deep bond with Saudi Arabia by draping himself in the national scarf following Al-Nassr's 3-1 AFC Champions League Elite triumph over Neftchi Fergana. The 41-year-old struck his 981st career goal in Riyadh on Monday night, with his emotional tributes taking centre stage after security concerns delayed kick-off by an hour.
The bitter war of words between Piers Morgan and Jamie Carragher shows no signs of slowing down after the broadcaster branded the Liverpool legend a "big baby" on live television. The pair have been trading insults on social media over their contrasting views on Cristiano Ronaldo, and Morgan has now used his talk show to deliver another brutal assessment of the former defender.
Cristiano Ronaldo moved closer to 1,000 career goals by scoring for Al Nassr in their 3-1 AFC Champions League Elite victory against FK Neftchi. The forward put his recent suspension by the Portuguese Football Federation behind him to net the second goal, in a match that was delayed by a tense one-hour security alert in Riyadh following a ballistic missile interception.
Cristiano Ronaldo has provided a fascinating insight into his long-standing rivalry with Lionel Messi, revealing the mutual respect and off-pitch assistance that defined their era of dominance. The Portuguese icon also issued a defiant reminder of his own legacy as he closes in on a historic goalscoring milestone.
Cristiano Ronaldo has been hit with a provisional suspension by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) after walking out on the national team in September. The forward abandoned the squad following a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus, though he remains determined to continue his international career.
Jamie Carragher has once again taken aim at Rio Ferdinand, accusing the former Manchester United defender of compromising his professional integrity to protect his former team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo. The fallout comes after the Al-Nassr forward caused a stir by walking out on the Portugal national team following a heated row with manager Jorge Jesus.
Al Nassr maintained their pursuit of the Saudi Pro League summit with a dominant 3-0 victory over Al Diriyah at Al-Awwal Park. Goals from Cristiano Ronaldo, Samu Costa, and Kingsley Coman ensured a routine evening for Ange Postecoglou's side.
Cristiano Ronaldoâs mother, Dolores Aveiro, has expressed her heartbreak and frustration following her son's dramatic departure from the Portugal national team camp. The Al-Nassr superstar left the squad during the international break after a breakdown in his relationship with head coach Jorge Jesus.
Brazilian icon Romario has sensationally jumped to the defence of Cristiano Ronaldo following the forward's explosive fallout with Jorge Jesus. The legendary striker believes the Al-Nassr star was right to walk away from the national team setup after feeling disrespected by the manager.
Al-Nassr head coach Ange Postecoglou has confirmed that veteran forward Cristiano Ronaldo is ready for domestic action following his early departure from the Portugal camp. The Australian tactician swiftly shut down questions regarding the forward's recent international drama, preferring to concentrate on his side's upcoming Saudi Pro League fixture.
Cristiano Ronaldo has put years of sporting rivalry aside to pay a touching tribute to Lionel Messi following the Argentineâs final appearance for his national team. The Portuguese superstar took to social media to celebrate his long-time contemporary, acknowledging the indelible mark Messi has left on the international stage.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have been locked in a career-long rivalry, with GOAT status up for grabs, but do they keep an eye on what the other is doing? CR7âs former Manchester United team-mate Anderson has told GOAL that two global superstars do âcareâ about the record-shattering numbers that continue to be posted on opposing sides of a fierce divide.
