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Ronaldo Luís Nazário de Lima (Brazilian Portuguese: [ʁoˈnawdu ˈlwiz nɐˈzaɾju dʒi ˈlimɐ]; born 18 September 1976), known as Ronaldo or Ronaldo Nazário, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a striker.
- 18 September 1976 (age 47)
- 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in)
- Ronaldo Luís Nazário de Lima
- Itaguaí, Brazil
Apr 26, 2024 · Ronaldo is a former football (soccer) player who led Brazil to a World Cup title in 2002 and received the Golden Shoe award as the tournament’s top scorer. During his career he also received three Player of the Year awards (1996–97 and 2002) from FIFA. Learn more about Ronaldo’s life and career.
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Sep 22, 2016 · Full name: Ronaldo Luís Nazário de Lima Date of birth/Age: Sep 22, 1976 (47) Place of birth: Rio de Janeiro Height: 1,83 m Citizenship: Brazil. Spain Position: Attack - Centre-Forward Foot: both Current club: Retired Joined: Feb 13, 2011 Contract expires: - Social-Media:
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Apr 2, 2014 · Learn about the life and career of Ronaldo, one of the greatest soccer players in history. From his early days in Brazil to his World Cup glory and European triumphs, discover his achievements, awards and controversies.
- Cruzeiro. Ronaldo quickly attracted attention from big clubs, and his agents rejected offers from Botafogo and São Paulo. He was turned down by Flamengo, the team he supported as a boy, after missing practice due to an inability to afford the fare for the hour-long bus ride.
- PSV. Ronaldo joined PSV after the 1994 World Cup. He was selected for the tournament despite being just 17, but did not play in any games. His Brazil teammate Romário having played for PSV from 1988 to 1993 advised Ronaldo to move to the club.
- Barcelona. During his spell at PSV, Ronaldo attracted the attention of both Inter Milan and Barcelona. It was Barcelona that was willing to pay the then-world record fee of $19.5 million, and he joined the club on 17 July 1996.
- Inter Milan. 1997–1999: World record transfer and Ballon d'Or win. Ronaldo's time at Barcelona lasted one season, as there were problems with the renegotiation of his contract.
Check out the latest domestic and international stats, match logs, goals, height, weight and more for Ronaldo playing for Real Madrid CF, Internazionale and Brazil men's national team in the Champions League, La Liga and Serie A.
Ronaldo (born 18 September 1976) is a retired Brazilian football player. During his career he played for F.C. Barcelona, PSV Eindhoven, Inter Milan, Real Madrid CF, A.C. Milan, and Corinthians. Ronaldo is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time. He won two World Cups in 1994 and 2002 and the 1997 Ballon d'Or .
