"When he was just twelve years old, Cristiano Ronaldo was recruited to play professional soccer for a team in Portugal, 600 miles from his island home on Madeira. For the next twenty years, Cristiano would prove to the world that he is one of the greatest to ever play the game. Author James Buckley Jr. takes readers through each exciting moment--from his first championship with Manchester United to each of his five Ballon D'or award-winning seasons--all the milestones throughout Cristiano Ronaldo's legendary career"-- Provided by publisher

Who is Cristiano Ronaldo? -- Island Kid turns pro -- Moving up -- The man at Man U -- The big move to Spain -- Magician in Madrid -- World's best -- Timelines -- Bibliography.