Cristiano Ronaldo: Ascending to Greatness

With a huge talent and big ambitions, that's how Cristiano Ronaldo started his footballing career like many other players. But, talent alone is never enough. It must be accompanied by several key factors: Hard work, self-confidence, and a strong personality. This is the story Cristiano Ronaldo's beginnings, and how he ascended to the pinnacle of Football.

From the islands of Madeira and in particular the capital Funchal, to the capital of Portugal Lisbon with Sporting, until his arrival to England with Manchester United. Watch how a young Cristiano Ronaldo developed his talent through these chapters of his footballing life and how he overcame some troubles both on and off the pitch on his way to win many titles like the English Premier League, the Champions League, the FA cup, and most importantly for him the Ballon d'Or.

All of this and more can be seen in this long and packed episode.

Written, Directed, and Voiced by:

Fahad Al-Thekair

[balon-english]

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[RafaelSantos-diyw]

I think the level of coaching is underrated in this video
Sir Alex: "He's a winger"
Carlos Queiroz: "When he's 29 he'll become one of best strikers"
They were both right, fairplay

[TheSiuuguy]

"He came as a kid and left as the best player in the world".

~Rio Ferdinand.

[VaeVictis]

His progression was so unreal, how much he improved in the 2006/07 season was his major turning point

[blueberrycheesecroissant]

His self-confidence and strong personality make him unique.

[chosenone]

You have to appreciate the level of detail Don Balon goes to make these documentaries. Even some big studios would struggle to match this kind of work. Well done!!

[metamofia]

My goodness what a well-narrated documentary. Honestly, Ronaldo’s success wouldn’t have happened if he went elsewhere. He chose the right club, with the right tutelage and the right pressure of winning. If you want to succeed as a footballer, read and understand the journey of Ronaldo.

[nurfinhadzic]

The best documentary about Cristiano Ronaldo's career hands down! 🏆🥇

[antoniobrandao]

It's very rare to find a player that joins an incredible raw talent with immense work rate and a winning mentality. Truly one of the greatest players of all time.

[stanyamish]

I have to point out how incredible the Sporting academy is. So many great players started there.
Young kids won't know how different CR7 was in Manchester back in the 2000's.

[yangper]

love how Sir alex handed the legendary number 7 to Ronaldo. He trusted him from the first start, He was a father figure. :) Thank you so much... this is the best documentary of Cr7

[FootballIconic]

Brilliant stuff! Already knew the story, but your editing and story telling are worth a refresher.

[adityapendharkar]

Ronaldo - never had it easy... What a fighter he is 🙏

[themaverick]

The struggle is Real and Unbelievable. His Career was full of challenges. Even after the United period, he joins the battle against Messi. This documentary shows the braveness of Ronaldo that he didn't gave up after all the odds and Here we have The Greatest Player Ever. Cristiano Ronaldo ❤️

[vr]

is there a part 2 in the making?
since his story at Madrid (for me) is one of the most epic tales of perseverance in sports
from being so close to the CL finals 5 years in a row to absolutely dominating europe 5 years in a row

Edit: Fantastic Video, as always <3

[ramal]

Cristiano's physical appearance since a kid prior joining Man Utd is the definition of "You're not ugly, you're just poor"

[milanjirel]

This is why Cristiano Ronaldo is the Greatest player in Football History...🙏🐐
What a struggling moments and criticism he had faced and spent in Teenage to become what he is now....🔥👏
He had to do everything to prove them he is capable to play in big stages and finally he proved too...Inspirational Athlete I ever saw...🙏

[silentstudy]

after all that struggle, failure, injuries, hardwork and self-confidence
HE IS THE WORLD's No. 1 PLAYER IN THE HISTORY OF FOOTBALL

🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

[muhamadashiadawood]

This work will last for years, even it's one of the most known stories but the quality of this documentary is "unbelievable" (christiano's favorite word in English).
Waiting for future work ♥️

[danishlone]

What a giant..what a myth..what a mystery... this man has my love n life.. Cristiano, my love, You are the best football history could ever have..❤️