Cristiano Ronaldo’s Younger Years: See Then & Now Pics Of Soccer Superstar

By:

Elissa Anderson

January 29, 2022 6:35PM EST

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

Cristiano Ronaldo Through The Years — Cristiano Ronaldo is a legend in the sports world. Born and raised in Madeira, Portugal, Cristiano began playing soccer (or football, as its called in Europe) as a child, and joined Sporting CP when he was 16. He was then signed to Machester United in 2003, and from there his sports career skyrocketed. In total, Cristiano has won 32 trophies in his career, including seven league titles and five UEFA Championships Leagues. He played with Manchester from 2003 to 2009 before switching to Real Madrid and then to Juventus. In Aug. 2021, he returned to Manchester United.

Outside of soccer, Cristiano is a proud father to four children: son Cristiano Jr., 11, twins Eva and Mateo, 4, and daughter Alana Martina, 3. He’s currently in a relationship with Georgina Rodriguez, with whom he shares Alana. To see photos of Cristiano’s remarkable transformation from over the years, click through the gallery.

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Cristiano Ronaldo on Portugal’s national team

Cristiano Ronaldo on Portugal’s national team — Cristiano Ronaldo is pictured chatting with teammate Helder Postiga before their friendly soccer match with Kazakhstan in Chaves, Portugal. Cristiano was 18 at the time, and it was his first game with Portuga’s national team.

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Cristiano Ronaldo at practice

Cristiano Ronaldo at practice — Cristiano Ronaldo smiles while laying on the ground during the Portugese soccer team training on February 16, 2004 at the Nacional Stadium in Lisbon. The practice took place ahead of the team’s match against England.

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Cristiano Ronaldo scores at the Euro 2004 semifinals

Cristiano Ronaldo scores at the Euro 2004 semifinals — Cristiano Ronaldo goes shirtless while celebrating his goal during the Euro 2004 semifinal match against Netherlands at the Jose Alvalade stadium in Lisbon, Portugal. Cristiano and his team won the match, 2-1.

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Cristiano Ronaldo plays in a 2005 match

Cristiano Ronaldo plays in a 2005 match — Cristiano Ronald plays in a soccer match against Beijing on July 25, 2005. Cristiano looked super focused as he kicked the ball down the field.

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Cristiano Ronaldo at an awards ceremony

Cristiano Ronaldo at an awards ceremony — Cristiano Ronaldo attends the FIFPRO World XI Player Awards in London on Sept. 19, 2005. He dressed up for the occassion in a black and white suit.

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Cristiano Ronaldo at the Nike Joga Bonito Movement Event

Cristiano Ronaldo at the Nike Joga Bonito Movement Event — Cristiano Ronaldo shows off his big smile and gives a thumbs up at the Nike Joga Bonito Movement Event at Truman Brewery in London on Feb. 7, 2006. Cristiano dressed in a gray jacket, striped shirt and denim jeans.

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Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates a win against Manchester City

Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates a win against Manchester City — Cristiano Ronaldo goes shirtless while celebrating his team’s victory against Manchester City in the English Premiership on May 5, 2007. Cristiano’s abs were on full display during the celebration!

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Cristiano Ronaldo joins Real Madrid

Cristiano Ronaldo joins Real Madrid — Cristiano Ronaldo gives a thumbs-up after undergoing a medical test before signing his contract with Real Madrid in Spain on July 6, 2009. Cristiano joined Spain’s team after playing with Manchester for 6 years.

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Cristiano Ronaldo plays with Real Madrid

Cristiano Ronaldo plays with Real Madrid — Cristiano Ronaldo plays with Real Madrid against Real Murcia in the Copa del Rey Football Match in Spain on Oct. 26, 2010. Cristiano sported the team’s all-black uniform in the shot.

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Cristiano Ronaldo with his trophies at the Globe Soccer Awards Ceremony

Cristiano Ronaldo with his trophies at the Globe Soccer Awards Ceremony — Cristiano Ronaldo poses with his trophies he won at the Globe Soccer Awards Ceremony held in Dubai on December 28, 2011. Cristiano looked so proud to hold the winnings he had worked so hard for.

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Cristiano Ronaldo wins Best Ibero American Player Award

Cristiano Ronaldo wins Best Ibero American Player Award — Cristiano Ronaldo is honored during the Spanish National Sport Awards 2012 at El Pardo Palace in Madrid, Spain on Dec. 5, 2012. Cristiano was awarded with the Best Ibero American Player Award of 2012 at the ceremony.

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Cristiano Ronaldo with his son Cristiano Jr.

Cristiano Ronaldo with his son Cristiano Jr. — Cristiano Ronaldo is joined by his son Cristiano Jr while receiving the Fifa Ballon D’or World Player of the Year 2014 Award at the Fifa Ballon D’or 2014 Gala in Zurich, Switzerland in January 2015. The father-son duo looked so cute together on the stage — though Cristiano Jr. was a little shy!

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Cristiano Ronaldo plays against Sporting Gijon

Cristiano Ronaldo plays against Sporting Gijon — Cristiano Ronaldo is pictured at the Spanish Primera Division Soccer Match Between Real Madrid and Sporting Gijon at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, Spain on November 26, 2016. Cristiano looked super sexy as he stood with his hands on his hips in his white uniform.

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Cristiano Ronaldo at CR7 Crunch Fitness

Cristiano Ronaldo at CR7 Crunch Fitness — Cristiano Ronaldo poses at a photocall for CR7 Crunch Fitness in Madrid, Spain on March 13, 2017. Cristiano wore a white short, blue shorts, socks and sneakers that were all from Nike.

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Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates with Juventus

Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates with Juventus — Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates his win with Juventus against Manchester United at Juventus Stadium in Turin, Italy on Nov. 7, 2018. Cristiano started playing with Juventus that year.

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Cristiano Ronaldo on vacation in St. Tropez

Cristiano Ronaldo on vacation in St. Tropez — Cristiano Ronaldo looks super sexy on a boat in St. Tropez, France on June 24, 2019. Cristiano went shirtless and wore a short red bathings uit while hanging out on the boat.

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Cristiano Ronaldo plays with Juventus

Cristiano Ronaldo plays with Juventus — Cristiano Ronaldo is pictured during a warm up in his match with Juventus against Udinese Calcio in Udine, Italy on August 22, 2021. Just days later, Cristiano officially rejoined Manchester United after three years with Juventus.

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