Cristiano Ronaldo isn’t short when it comes to the old goal catalogue. Football’s greatest goalscorer has shattered records during a career that has spanned more than two decades.Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the greatest footballers in history, turns 40 today. He is still playing, still scoring goals and has not displayed even the slightest hint of wanting to retire. To mark the occasion, The Athletic has come up with 40 stats, facts and pieces of trivia about the Portuguese forward and his remarkable career.

These celebrations, along with his incredible talent and longevity, have cemented Ronaldo’s place as one of football’s greatest icons. As he turns 40 years, his hunger for success remains undiminished, inspiring the next generation of footballers while continuing to add to his remarkable legacy.