VIDEO: Cristiano Ronaldo is still him! Erling Haaland, Virgil van Dijk all give the same answer to Champions League question

Top football stars like Haaland, Van Dijk, Phil Foden, Kevin De Bruyne and Trent Alexander-Arnold were asked to name the first player that comes to their mind when they hear Champions League to which all of them took former Real Madrid and Manchester star Cristiano Ronaldo’s name.

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First #UCL player that comes to mind? 💭🤔 pic.twitter.com/1EEBFtA6Mx

— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) October 3, 2024

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Ronaldo is one of the most coveted footballers in the history of the Champions League, winning the title five times, four with Los Blancos and once with the Red Devils. He has appeared in a record 183 matches where he has scored 140 goals, the most by any player in the tournament’s history. His exceptional achievement was recently acknowledged by UEFA as they presented him with a special award during the 2024-25 Champions League draw.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR CRISTIANO RONALDO?

  The 39-year-old continues to score consistently having netted seven times in eight appearances for Al-Nassr in the ongoing season. He will be next seen in action in the Saudi Pro League on Saturday as his club face Al-Orobah.