He started out as a skinny winger with floppy hair, quick feet and outrageous skills, wowing the world at the age of 17 after ...

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Cristiano Ronaldo approaches his 40th birthday with the same confidence and self-esteem as he has always boasted throughout his successful career.

Ronaldo is the all-time top scorer in the Champions League and in men's international soccer, and is approaching 1,000 goals for club and country as he continues his career in Saudi Arabia.