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Cristiano Ronaldo's early life and youth career laid the foundation for his future success as a professional footballer. Here are the key milestones from his formative years.
Birth
5 February 1985
Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro was born in Madeira, Portugal, to Maria Dolores dos Santos Aveiro and José Diniz Aveiro. His name was inspired by the former US President Ronald Reagan.
Local Football Beginnings
Age 8-12
Ronaldo started playing football for his local team, Nacional, in Madeira. By the time he was 12, he had already gained recognition as one of the top young footballers in the region.
Joining Sporting CP
1997
At the age of 12, Ronaldo moved to Sporting CP, a prominent Portuguese club, where he continued his football development and quickly rose through the youth ranks.