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Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo
The latest stories and features on footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, including professional football news and updates.
Born
5 Feb 1985
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Sport
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Athlete
Argentina’s captain Lionel Messi (centre) holds the World Cup after beating France in the 2022 final in Qatar. Photo: AFP
Fifa World Cup 2026

The last dance: Messi and Ronaldo get ready for sixth and final Fifa World Cup

Two best players of their generation prepare to make history this summer, 20 years after their first appearances at football’s biggest tournament.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Eastern boss plotting Hong Kong domination, exits ‘pain in process’ of progress

AFC Champions League

Asian Champions League Elite: Iran’s Tractor FC in line for Saudi quarter-final

Lionel Messi

Messi scores 900th career goal in Inter Milan match, joins Ronaldo in elite club

Argentine World Cup winner reaches landmark in 1,142nd appearance for club and country, ⁠almost 100 games ⁠fewer than the Portuguese.

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi (middle) scores his 1,000th goal in a Concacaf Champions Cup match against Nashville SC in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Wednesday. Photo: AFP
Uefa Champions League

Uefa Champions League: little Bodo Glimt take next step on giant-killing journey

Norwegian club have beaten Inter Milan, Atletico Madrid and Manchester City this season, but any talk in the team about winning is banned.

US, Israel war on Iran

US bombing of Iran disrupts sports with doubt over Messi, Ronaldo games and F1

Cancellations and travel shutdowns affecting events in Middle East and elsewhere as conflict spreads across region.

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AFC Champions League

Ronaldo missing as Saudi club Al-Nassr wins in Asian league but ‘set to return’

Portuguese superstar seen back in training after being absent for three matches amid reports he is unhappy with how the club is being run.

Supporters of Saudi football club Al-Nassr hold placards showing the number and name of non-playing Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo during the Saudi Pro League match against Al-Ittihad in Riyadh last Friday. Photo: AFP
Celebrity style

How celebrities are repurposing their engagement rings as divorce bling

From Emily Ratajkowski’s repurposed rings to Rachel Zoe’s diamonds, celebrities are redefining break-up jewellery trends.

Style Edit

Style Edit: L’ÉCOLE’s latest jewellery course is on engagement rings

L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts, supported by Van Cleef & Arpels, goes beyond celebrity engagement ring hype, discussing meaning, history and handcrafting.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong toy fair unveils new pavilion for collectors and global brands

150 local and international IP collectibles to be showcased at Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, which will run alongside baby products and stationery exhibitions.

A figurine of a character from Hong Kong’s sci-fi animation film Another World. Photo: Eugene Lee
Horoscopes

Horoscopes: what’s your luck like in January 2026, Earth Ox month?

It’s going to be smooth sailing for the Dragon, Horse and Dog, but those under the Ox sign need to be careful while on the road.

The Chinese zodiac is comprised of 12 animals. Illustration: SCMP Graphics
Fifa

Year in football: growth, mismatches point to direction ‘beautiful game’ will take

‘Success’ of Club World Cup, bigger World Cup go hand in hand with more money, technology coming in, but player welfare is an issue.

Fifa

Fifa World Cup draw: who Asian teams will play, how Ronaldo v Messi could happen

Son Heung-min’s South Korea among seven Asian nations who learn their opponents in the draw in Washington.

Horoscopes

What’s your luck like in December 2025, the month of the Earth Rat?

It’s the luckiest month of the year for the Ox with the Rat being its astrological friend, while the Snake can also expect smooth sailing.

December is the month of the Earth Rat. Illustration: SCMP Graphics
Saudi Pro League

Ronaldo is only foreign player worth his pay, says Saudi ex-sports chief

Former minister warns that influx of foreign players is sidelining local talent, calls for urgent reforms to protect national team’s future.

Cristiano Ronaldo scoring Al-Nassr’s spectacular fourth goal in their 4-1 win over Al-Khaleej on Sunday. Photo: Reuters
Donald Trump

Ronaldo, Musk attend Trump’s White House dinner with Saudi crown prince

Elon Musk was among business titans invited to the gala dinner, as tensions with Donald Trump thaw.

Timepieces

WAG watches? Georgina Rodríguez’s ultra-luxury timepiece collection

Cristiano Ronaldo’s fiancée has a taste for superb timepieces, wearing rare and exquisite models that range from Hublot and Audemars Piguet to Richard Mille.

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English Premier League

Ferdinand driven by pride, giving back, beer in United v Liverpool old boys clash

Rio Ferdinand will skipper Manchester United legends against ex-Liverpool stars led by Steven Gerrard in match at Kai Tak Stadium.

Rio Ferdinand speaking on stage at last month’s World Football Summit in Hong Kong. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Son Heung-min

Son Heung-min beats Cristiano Ronaldo to win top Asian award

South Korean star crowned continent’s best for 10th time, with compatriot Lee Kang-in second and Ronaldo third.

Saudi Pro League

Ronaldo makes history as first billionaire footballer after hefty Saudi payday

Portuguese star joins ‘three comma club’ after signing new two-year deal with Al-Nassr worth almost £500 million.

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Celebrity style

What grand celebrity engagement rings say about the state of marriage today

Big, bold celebrity engagement rings – such as Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s – have dominated headlines recently ... here’s what the trend reveals.

Georgina Rodríguez’s engagement ring from Cristiano Ronaldo. Photo: @georginagio/Instagram
John Lee policy address 2025

Exclusive | How low-key Hong Kong entrepreneur, daughter aim to score with Ronaldo museum

Listed company Star Shine’s HK$70 million investment in the CR7 Life Museum marks its first foray into IP projects.

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Ken Tsoi and his daughter Linky Tsoi at the company’s office. Photo: Nora Tam
AFC Champions League

Asian Champions League: ex-EPL players set to star as new season starts

Darwin Nunez the new face as Saudi clubs look likely to dominate again, while ex-England star Jesse Lingard flies flag for the east.

Hong Kong society

Letters | After showcasing football stars, Hong Kong must focus on the local game

Readers discuss the series of high-profile matches in the city, the legal framework for same-sex partnershipships, and a recent scam.

Timepieces

Cristiano Ronaldo’s 6 new luxury watches, from Rolex to Jacob & Co

The footballer’s US$10 million watch collection has seen 6 exciting new additions, flaunted at the Euros 2024 and to honour his Saudi football team Al-Nassr.

When he’s not scoring goals, Cristiano Ronaldo has an appetite for expensive and exclusive watches. Photo: @cristiano, @cristiano.ronaldo7_/Instagram
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong’s top coach struggling for motivation after rivals ransack squad

Roberto Losada preparing for a challenging season with Eastern after big-spending clubs lure away best players.

Eastern’s players warm up ahead of a pre-season training session. Photo: Eastern
Hong Kong economy

Saudi Super Cup prompts Hong Kong’s Paul Chan to press on with Riyadh trade office

Hong Kong finance chief Paul Chan pledges to speed up plans to establish a trade office in the Saudi Arabian capital.

Saudi Pro League

Exclusive | Hong Kong event part of Saudi football’s push to rank among world’s best: CEO

But Omar Mugharbel, CEO of Saudi Pro League, casts doubt on idea of taking a regular-season match overseas.

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