Cristiano Ronaldo, a legendary figure in European football, is set to receive a prestigious honour from UEFA, further cementing his legacy as the UEFA Champions League’s all-time leading scorer.
The award will be presented by UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin during the 2024/25 Champions League draw ceremony today at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco.
According to UEFA’s official statement, Ronaldo’s remarkable achievements in the Champions League, including 140 goals in 183 appearances, have reshaped the history of the competition. As the only player to have scored in three different finals and a five-time winner, this recognition celebrates his enduring impact and establishes a lofty standard for future footballers.
This announcement was made in a release titled “Cristiano Ronaldo to be Honored as UEFA Champions League All-Time Top Scorer.”
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“Ronaldo’s achievements in Europe’s premier club competition – accomplished over the course of more than 18 years – will be recognised during the inaugural 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 36-team league phase draw ceremony, which will take place on Thursday, 29 August, at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco,” it read.
“His sustained excellence at the highest level is a testament to his relentless pursuit of both team and individual honours. Over more than two decades, he has continuously evolved and refined his game while preserving a youthful passion for scoring and celebrating goals.
“His professionalism, work ethic, dedication, and ability to shine on the grandest stage are qualities that football players everywhere should aspire to emulate,” UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin stated.
Cristiano Ronaldo has topped the Champions League scoring charts in seven different seasons, a record unmatched by any other player. He also holds the record for most goals in a single season with 17 in 2013/14 and is the only player to have scored in three separate finals.
Ronaldo has won the competition five times, once with Manchester United and four times with Real Madrid, and has scored in 11 consecutive Champions League matches.
Additionally, he is the all-time leading scorer in UEFA club competitions with 145 goals and holds the record for the most goals in men’s international football with 130 goals. He is 11 goals clear of Lionel Messi and 46 ahead of third-placed Robert Lewandowski at the top of the scoring charts.
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