Cristiano Ronaldo has been honored as the all-time top scorer in the Champions League by UEFA. The award was given to the football star at a special ceremony held at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco, during the season-opening gala for the 2024-2025 Champions League.
Ronaldo, who now plays for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, has scored an incredible 140 goals in 183 matches throughout his career in the Champions League. This achievement highlights his status as one of the greatest players in the history of the tournament.
The award was presented by UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin, who praised Ronaldo’s contribution to the game. Ceferin called Ronaldo’s record “a remarkable achievement,” acknowledging the hard work and dedication that has driven the Portuguese forward to excel at the highest level.
This year’s Champions League is the first edition to feature 36 teams, with a new format that eliminates the traditional group stage. The tournament has been reshaped to add even more excitement, with every team fighting hard to claim the top prize in European football.
Ronaldo took to social media to express his gratitude for the recognition, thanking his fans and everyone who has supported him throughout his career. He said he felt proud and honored to have made such a significant mark in football history.
