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Cristiano Ronaldo: 10 Records You (Maybe) Didn’t Know About

Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the most iconic and successful footballers of all time, with numerous records and achievements to his name. However, even for his fans, there may be some records that are less known.

Here are 10 records you (maybe) didn’t know about Cristiano Ronaldo:

  • Most goals scored in the UEFA Champions League: Ronaldo holds the record for the most goals scored in the UEFA Champions League with an incredible 130 goals, having played for Manchester United and Real Madrid in the competition.
  • Most hat-tricks in the UEFA Champions League: He is also the player with the most hat-tricks in the UEFA Champions League, with a remarkable 8 hat-tricks to his name.
  • The first player to score 100 international goals: Ronaldo made history in September 2019 by becoming the first player ever to score 100 international goals for his country, Portugal.
  • Fastest player to score 50 goals in the UEFA Champions League: Ronaldo’s scoring prowess is further highlighted by the fact that he holds the record for being the fastest player to score 50 goals in the UEFA Champions League, achieving this feat in just 51 games.
  • Most goals scored in a single European season: During the 2013-14 season, Ronaldo was in sensational form, scoring a record 17 goals in the UEFA Champions League.
  • Most goals scored in a calendar year for a European club: In 2013, Ronaldo scored an incredible 69 goals for Real Madrid, the most goals scored by a player in a calendar year for a European club.

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  • Most goals scored in a single La Liga season: Ronaldo’s goalscoring prowess extends to La Liga, where he holds the record for most goals scored in a single season with an impressive 48 goals in 2014-15.
  • Most goals scored in a single club season: In the same 2014-15 season, Ronaldo scored 61 goals for Real Madrid, making him the player with the most goals scored in a single club season.
  • Most goals scored in the FIFA Club World Cup: Ronaldo’s success is not limited to domestic and European competitions, as he also holds the record for most goals scored in the FIFA Club World Cup with 7 goals.
  • Most goals scored in a single club match: In December 2013, Ronaldo produced a stunning performance, scoring 5 goals in a single match for Real Madrid against Granada, the most goals scored by a player in a single club match.

These records and achievements highlight just a few of the many ways in which Ronaldo has left his mark on the world of football. He continues to play at the highest level, entertaining fans and breaking records with each passing season.

 

Chinaza Ogbachalu
Chinaza Ogbachaluhttps://www.chinazaogbachalu.com/
My name is Chinaza Ogbachalu, and I am a writer. I have been writing news and opinion articles for five years plus and have always had a passion for storytelling. I grew up in Nigeria and graduated from the University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria, with a degree in linguistics and communication studies. I have written books that have been well-received by critics and readers alike. My work often focuses on culture and lifestyle, and I draw inspiration from my own experiences and observations of the world around me. As a news writer, I am responsible for researching and writing engaging and accurate news stories for our online audience. I have a strong passion for current events and am skilled at conducting interviews and gathering information from sources. I am grateful for the support of my readers and am constantly humbled by their enthusiasm for my work. Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me and my writing.
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