Ronaldo

Ronaldo

Born: September 18, 1976
in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Ronaldo Luís Nazário de Lima (born 18 September 1976), commonly known as Ronaldo, is a Brazilian business owner, president of La Liga club Real Valladolid, and a retired professional footballer who played as a striker. Popularly dubbed O Fenômeno ("The Phenomenon"), and also nicknamed R9, he is widely considered one of the greatest players of all time. As a multi-functional striker who brought a new dimension to the position, Ronaldo has been the influence for a generation of strikers that have followed. His individual accolades include being named FIFA World Player of the Year three times, and winning two Ballon d'Or awards.

Ronaldo started his career at Cruzeiro and moved to PSV in 1994. He joined Barcelona in 1996 for a then world record transfer fee, and at 20 years old he was named the 1996 FIFA World Player of the Year, making him the youngest recipient of the award. In 1997, Inter Milan broke the world record fee to sign Ronaldo, making him the first player since Diego Maradona to break the world transfer record twice. At 21 he received the 1997 Ballon d'Or, and he remains the youngest recipient of the award. By the age of 23, Ronaldo had scored over 200 goals for club and country, however after a series of knee injuries and recuperation he was inactive for almost three years. Ronaldo joined Real Madrid in 2002 and won the 2002–03 La Liga title. He had spells at AC Milan and Corinthians before retiring in 2011 having suffered further injuries.

Ronaldo played for Brazil in 98 matches, scoring 62 goals, and is the third-highest goalscorer for his national team. At age 17, he was the youngest member of the Brazilian squad that won the 1994 FIFA World Cup. At the 1998 FIFA World Cup, Ronaldo received the Golden Ball for player of the tournament, helping Brazil reach the final where he suffered a convulsive fit hours before kick-off. He won the 2002 FIFA World Cup where he starred in a front three with Ronaldinho and Rivaldo. Ronaldo scored twice in the final, and received the Golden Boot as the tournament's top goalscorer. At the 2006 FIFA World Cup, Ronaldo scored his 15th FIFA World Cup goal, a FIFA World Cup record at the time. He also won the 1997 Copa América, where he was player of the tournament, and the 1999 Copa América, where he was top goalscorer.

One of the most marketable sportsmen in the world during his playing career, the first Nike Mercurial boots–R9–were commissioned for Ronaldo in 1998. He was named in the FIFA 100 list of the greatest living players compiled in 2004 by Pelé, and was inducted into the Brazilian Football Museum Hall of Fame, Italian Football Hall of Fame, Inter Milan Hall of Fame and Real Madrid Hall of Fame. In 2020, Ronaldo was named in the Ballon d'Or Dream Team, a greatest all-time XI published by France Football magazine. In retirement from sport, Ronaldo has continued his work as a United Nations Development Programme Goodwill Ambassador, a position to which he was appointed in 2000. He served as an ambassador for the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Ronaldo became the majority owner of Real Valladolid in September 2018, after buying 51% of the club's shares.

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Title: Romário: O Cara
Character: Self
Released: May 23, 2024
Type: TV
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Title: Beckham
Character: Self
Released: October 4, 2023
Type: TV
With never-before-seen footage, this docuseries follows David Beckham's meteoric rise from humble beginnings to global football stardom.
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Title: Sobre Nós Dois
Released: August 17, 2023
Type: TV
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Title: Xuxa, O Documentário
Character: Self (Archive footage)
Released: July 13, 2023
Type: TV
Maria da Graça Xuxa Meneghel, about to celebrate her 60th birthday and more than 40 years in the business, looks back at all the important moments in her life and career. Successes and disappointments, fights and love, she retraces her entire trajectory.
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Title: A Virada
Character: Self
Released: April 21, 2023
Type: TV
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Title: Real Madrid: Until the End
Character: Self
Released: March 9, 2023
Type: TV
Step onto the field and go behind the scenes with the iconic soccer team for a look at their astonishing 2021–2022 season. Fueled by their fervent fans, they defy the odds and silence the skeptics.
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The Phenomenon
Title: The Phenomenon
Character: Himself
Released: October 20, 2022
Type: Movie
Featuring contributions from legendary team-mates and opponents, friends and family, this is the definitive story of Ronaldo, encompassing his meteoric rise, his spectacular fall (including one of football’s biggest mysteries) and the World Cup’s greatest ever redemption story.
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Brazil 2002: The Real Story
Title: Brazil 2002: The Real Story
Character: Self
Released: October 4, 2022
Type: Movie
A behind-the-scenes look at Brazil's 2002 World Cup-winning soccer team, with unseen footage and interviews with the players.
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Title: Galácticos
Released: February 23, 2021
Type: TV
This three-part documentary series charts Florentino Perez’ Galactico revolution at Real Madrid at the turn of the century. The documentary includes fascinating insights from a stellar cast of Real Madrid legends, including Iker Casillas, Roberto Carlos, Fernando Hierro, Claude Makélélé, Fernando Morientes, Steve McManaman and Manager Vicente del Bosque, alongside individuals closest to Perez. The three-part series traces Real Madrid’s time under Perez, from his Presidential win and controversial transfer of Luis Figo from bitter rivals Barcelona in July 2000, to the resignation of his first term as Real Madrid President in February 2006 following the fallout from his ‘Galáctico’ vision.
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Title: Informe+
Released: December 31, 2020
Type: TV
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Title: Pongamos que hablo de
Character: Self
Released: May 24, 2020
Type: TV
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قصة الظاهرة رونالدو الكاملة مع إنتر ميلان
Title: قصة الظاهرة رونالدو الكاملة مع إنتر ميلان
Released: January 7, 2020
Type: Movie
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Bobby Robson: More Than a Manager
Title: Bobby Robson: More Than a Manager
Character: Self
Released: June 6, 2018
Type: Movie
The definitive portrait of one of sport's most inspirational, influential figures - whose legacy lives on far beyond the football field.
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The Perfect Day
Title: The Perfect Day
Character: Self
Released: June 5, 2018
Type: Movie
French soccer fans, celebrities and athletes retrace the exhilarating events of July 12, 1998, as France earned a historic win in the World Cup final.
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France '98 - The Three Musketeers
Title: France '98 - The Three Musketeers
Character: Himself
Released: May 29, 2018
Type: Movie
Special moments from the careers of three of the most popular and most feted football players over the years. Featuring iconic players such as Zinedine Zidane, David Beckham and Ronaldo.
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Title: Gold Stars: The Story of the FIFA World Cup Tournaments
Character: Self
Released: April 2, 2018
Type: TV
A feast for football fans keen to watch the greatest games, the best goals and the leading players to have appeared at FIFA's many tournaments.
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A Família – 15 Anos do Penta
Title: A Família – 15 Anos do Penta
Released: June 30, 2017
Type: Movie
The documentary explores archive footage from behind the scenes of the Brazilian team that won the fifth world soccer championship in 2002. Years after the title, players, journalists and artists are face to face with the old videos and remember the days they spent in South Korea and in Japan. 'The Family' offers to show how simple people with such different backgrounds form a time when the main secret was the sense of collectivity.
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Title: Universo Valdano
Released: February 9, 2016
Type: TV
Jorge Valdano interviews characters that are already history in the world of soccer. A return to the past with authentic football legends.
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Title: The Noite com Danilo Gentili
Character: Self
Released: March 10, 2014
Type: TV
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Santo Marcos
Title: Santo Marcos
Character: Himself
Released: November 22, 2013
Type: Movie
Marcos, famous goalkeeper who made history in Palmeiras and in the Brazilian NT - with which he was world champion in 2002 -, has a reputation as a saint due to the beautiful defenses he makes in capo. Players, coaches, journalists and fans praise the skills of São Marcos and pay homage to the admirable man and tireless athlete who became an idol.
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Goal III: Taking on the World
Title: Goal III: Taking on the World
Character: Self
Released: June 22, 2009
Type: Movie
Mexican footballer Santiago Muñez, along with his best friends and England national team players Charlie Braithwaite and Liam Adams, are selected for their respective national teams at the 2006 FIFA World Cup Finals in Germany.
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Title: Katja & Sophie
Released: April 11, 2008
Type: TV
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Goal! II: Living the Dream
Title: Goal! II: Living the Dream
Released: February 9, 2007
Type: Movie
Tempted away from Newcastle United to join Real Madrid, rising star Santiago Munez finds this latest change of fortune the greatest challenge yet - personally as well as professionally. He is reunited with Gavin Harris, though they must compete to be on the team, and estranged from fiancee Roz, whose nursing career keeps her back home.
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The Story of the 2006 FIFA World Cup: The Official Film of 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany
Title: The Story of the 2006 FIFA World Cup: The Official Film of 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany
Character: Himself
Released: November 27, 2006
Type: Movie
The 2006 FIFA World Cup, hosted by Germany, had everything. Great football, wonderful fans, a home team inspired, drama, controversy and a dramatic finish.
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The Art of Football from A to Z
Title: The Art of Football from A to Z
Character: Self
Released: May 25, 2006
Type: Movie
Funnyman John Cleese leads viewers through an exhaustive -- and hilarious -- tour of the world of soccer, complete with the sport's most memorable goals, kicks, saves, goofs and penalties. Also included are reflections on soccer's impact on culture, including the Monty Python sketch "Philosophy Football," and interviews with celebrities Dave Stewart, Dennis Hopper and Henry Kissinger, as well as soccer icons Pelé, Mia Hamm and Thierry Henry.
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Zidane: A 21st Century Portrait
Title: Zidane: A 21st Century Portrait
Character: Self (uncredited)
Released: May 24, 2006
Type: Movie
Halfway between a sports documentary and an conceptual art installation, "Zidane" consists in a full-length soccer game (Real Madrid vs. Villareal, April 23, 2005) entirely filmed from the perspective of soccer superstar Zinedine Zidane.
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Real: The Movie
Title: Real: The Movie
Character: Self
Released: August 26, 2005
Type: Movie
Five story strands -- some real, some fictionalized -- comprise this officially sanctioned film of Real Madrid, the second richest soccer club in the world.
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Nike: Secret Tournament
Title: Nike: Secret Tournament
Character: Himself
Released: May 1, 2002
Type: Movie
"Secret Tournament" (also known as "Scorpion KO" or "The Cage") was a Nike global advertising campaign coinciding with the 2002 FIFA World Cup. With a marketing budget estimated at US$100 million, the advert featured 24 top contemporary football players and former player Eric Cantona as the tournament "referee". It was directed by film director and Monty Python member Terry Gilliam.
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Zico
Title: Zico
Released: January 1, 2002
Type: Movie
Docudrama about the life and career of Zico, Arthur Antunes Coimbra, one of the greatest Brazilian football players ever. An amazing journey of conquers and victories. His overcoming and perseverant spirit are a living example of the Brazilian capacity to fight all barriers of prejudice and accomplish much more than was ever expected. To become a hero.
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Mike Bassett: England Manager
Title: Mike Bassett: England Manager
Character: Himself
Released: September 28, 2001
Type: Movie
After England's football (soccer) manager has a heart attack, Mike Bassett is hired as the new manager and promptly announces the team will win the World Cup.
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Title: Chi ha incastrato Peter Pan?
Character: Ospite
Released: April 2, 1999
Type: TV
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La Coupe De La Gloire
Title: La Coupe De La Gloire
Released: June 25, 1998
Type: Movie
The French team —on home soil— was always going to be in contention for the title of World Champion. It did not disappoint its fans. France '98 was not short on drama or controversy, in equal measure and this is captured most effectively on this film. The 1998 film was shot on Super 16 mm film and includes the most complete and extensive coverage ever, with each match being filmed from more angles than any previous film.
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Nike: Good vs. Evil
Title: Nike: Good vs. Evil
Released: January 1, 1996
Type: Movie
In this commercial for Nike, a total eclipse of the sun occurs behind the ruins of an ancient coliseum. "And on that day, a dark warrior arose on the Earth," the announcer explains, "to destroy the beautiful game." A special-effects extravaganza ensues, ostensibly as a soccer match pitting the forces of good and evil against each other in mortal combat. As crowds in the stands wave banners and martial music blares on the soundtrack, the forces of evil are vanquished. In a final apocalyptic moment, the Devil himself is dispatched from the field after being hit by a flaming soccer ball.