Cristiano Ronaldo, the most followed person on social media (917 million followers across various platforms) and considered by many as one of the greatest footballers of all time, is about to launch his YouTube channel.
The channel, called “UR Cristiano,” features the 39-year-old, who currently captains both Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia and the Portuguese national team, discussing his “greatest passion” (football), according to the announcement, as well as his “other interests, including family, wellness, nutrition, preparation, recovery, education, and business.” There will also be several interviews with various guests.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Words
“I am very happy to bring this project to life,” Ronaldo said. “I’ve had it in mind for a long time, but finally, we have the opportunity to make it happen. I’ve always enjoyed having such a strong connection with fans on social media, and my YouTube channel will give me an even bigger platform to do that. Fans will be able to get to know me, my family, and my opinions on many different topics even better. Additionally, I look forward to sharing conversations with guests that will undoubtedly surprise people!”
The Career
In an extraordinary career spanning more than two decades at clubs like Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus, Ronaldo has won 33 trophies. These include five UEFA Champions Leagues, five Ballon d’Ors, and a record three UEFA Men’s Player of the Year awards. He currently holds the records for appearances, goals, and assists in the Champions League and European Championships, along with the most goals and international appearances.
Ronaldo has scored over 890 official goals in his career for both club and country, making him the all-time leading scorer.
The YouTube Channel
Following the Portuguese superstar’s announcement, the YouTube channel quickly gained traction.
Within about 45 minutes of its launch, the channel had already amassed 500k subscribers, reaching 1.59 million in just over an hour.
This figure is updated as of 17:09 on 21/08/2024.
During the same time, Ronaldo filled the feed with 13 videos and 7 shorts.
Cristiano Ronaldo has launched a YouTube channel
Cristiano Ronaldo, the most followed person on social media (917 million followers across various platforms) and considered by many as one of the greatest footballers of all time, is about to launch his YouTube channel. The channel, called “UR Cristiano,” features the 39-year-old, who currently captains both Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia and the Portuguese national team, discussing his “greatest passion” (football), according to the announcement, as well as his “other interests, including family, wellness, nutrition, preparation, recovery, education, and business.”
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