At 40 years old, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to add to his legendary career, recently securing a Guinness World Record for the most international career wins. Surpassing Sergio Ramos’ previous record of 131 victories, Ronaldo’s tally now stands at 132 wins, a feat highlighted by his brilliant performance in Portugal’s 5-1 victory over Poland, where he netted two goals, including an iconic overhead kick.
This achievement is just one of many in Ronaldo’s illustrious career. As of March 2025, he remains the all-time leading scorer in men’s international football with 115 goals. Additionally, he holds the record for the most goals in European Championship tournaments, scoring 14 goals across 25 appearances.
Beyond the pitch, Ronaldo’s influence extends to the digital world. With over 478 million followers on Instagram, he maintains the title of the most-followed athlete on the platform.
However, his record-breaking milestone comes amid challenges for Portugal. In the first leg of their Nations League quarter-final against Denmark on March 20, 2025, Portugal suffered a 1-0 defeat, with Rasmus Højlund scoring the decisive goal in the 78th minute. Despite his remarkable form, Ronaldo was unable to significantly impact the match.
Looking ahead, Portugal faces a crucial second leg where they will rely heavily on Ronaldo’s experience and leadership to overturn the deficit and advance to the semifinals. Fans will undoubtedly be eager to see if the football icon can once again inspire his team to success.
