Portuguese football star and captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, is set to receive a prestigious award from UEFA, solidifying his status as the UEFA Champions League’s all-time top scorer. The award will be presented by UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin during the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League draw ceremony on Thursday, August 29, at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco.
In a statement released on Tuesday, UEFA highlighted Ronaldo’s unparalleled achievements in the Champions League, including his record-breaking 140 goals across 183 appearances. This honor acknowledges Ronaldo’s significant impact on the competition, where he is the only player to have scored in three separate finals and has won the title five times.
The special award, which will be presented during the inaugural 36-team league phase draw, celebrates Ronaldo’s enduring legacy in European football and sets a monumental benchmark for future generations. The recognition underscores Ronaldo’s remarkable contributions to the world’s most prestigious club competition over an illustrious career spanning more than 18 years.