Cristiano Ronaldo was born to play soccer. He has won several FIFA Player of the Year Awards and was recently named the best soccer player ever from Portugal. On the pitch he stars for Real Madrid, rival of Lionel Messis FC Barcelona. Through easy-to-follow narrative text, readers learn about his humble upbringing in Portugal and his rise to soccers elite. Full-color photos and quotes from the soccer star bring a personal touch to the story of his life. A glossary helps readers strengthen their vocabulary, while a Further Reading section encourages exploration.