Cristiano Ronaldo had dreams of becoming a big-time soccer star — and those dreams have certainly come true! Take a look back at the legendary athlete and father of four’s transformation over the years.
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Cristiano Ronaldo Through The Years

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Cristiano Ronaldo on Portugal’s national team

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Cristiano Ronaldo at practice

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Cristiano Ronaldo scores at the Euro 2004 semifinals

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Cristiano Ronaldo plays in a 2005 match

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Cristiano Ronaldo at an awards ceremony

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Cristiano Ronaldo at the Nike Joga Bonito Movement Event

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Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates a win against Manchester City

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Cristiano Ronaldo joins Real Madrid

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Cristiano Ronaldo plays with Real Madrid

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Cristiano Ronaldo with his trophies at the Globe Soccer Awards Ceremony

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Cristiano Ronaldo wins Best Ibero American Player Award

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Cristiano Ronaldo with his son Cristiano Jr.

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Cristiano Ronaldo plays against Sporting Gijon

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Cristiano Ronaldo at CR7 Crunch Fitness

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Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates with Juventus

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Cristiano Ronaldo on vacation in St. Tropez

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Cristiano Ronaldo plays with Juventus
