Cristiano Ronaldo named “the greatest of all time” in Portugal | OneFootball

At an awards gala, the Portuguese star was also recognized in his country as an "unavoidable figure in sports and idol of millions".

Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the greatest legends of football and at an awards gala organized by the Portuguese League, in Porto, the 40-year-old forward was chosen as the "best player of all time".

In addition, the Al-Nassr striker was also highlighted as an "unavoidable figure in sports and idol of millions". In a video he sent to the organizers, he expressed that the award is a "great pride".

"I thank all my teammates who have helped me throughout my career to win this wonderful award. I also want to thank all the coaches and everyone who has helped me on this path to become better and better", Cristiano commented, while holding the trophy in his hands.

Then, the Portuguese First Division issued a statement highlighting the importance of Ronaldo in football history: "He marked an era and will leave an indelible mark on world football. Recognized for his work ethic, his competitiveness and his decision-making ability in crucial moments, Cristiano Ronaldo's impact goes far beyond statistics. Between individual records, collective titles and media influence, he has built a legacy that places him as 'the best of all time'".

Cristiano marked a before and after in the Portugal national team. He is the leading footballer in the table of most appearances with 223 and top scorers with 141. In addition, he participated in the only three titles of the Portuguese team: l

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