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How tall is Cristiano Ronaldo? Portuguese soccer star holds record for highest vertical jump in sport's history

Cristiano Ronaldo’s height has become a raging topic of discussion majorly because of his mammoth record of the highest vertical jump in soccer history
PUBLISHED SEP 1, 2023
Cristiano Ronaldo’s height has become a raging topic of discussion because of his record of the highest vertical jump in soccer history (Getty Image)
Cristiano Ronaldo’s height has become a raging topic of discussion because of his record of the highest vertical jump in soccer history (Getty Image)
Full Name Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro
Date of Birth 5 February 1985
Age 38 (as of 2023)
Place of Birth Funchal, Portugal
Height 6ft2 (187cm or 1.87m)
Weight 83 kgs
Net Worth 849 million (as of 2023)
Nationality  Portuguese
Partner Georgina Rodríguez
Children Cristiano Ronald Jr., Eva Maria, Mateo Ronaldo, Alana Martina, and Bella

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA: Cristiano Ronaldo is a pivotal name, which carries a herculean legacy that remains unmatched in the pantheon of soccer legends. Widely regarded as the GOAT of the soccer world, Ronaldo is globally renowned for his tremendous athletic prowess and towering height of 6 ft 2 in (187cm), according to the Olympics.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s height has been sparking furious debates since 2002 when he kick-started his career with Sporting Clube de Portugal's first team.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 12: Cristiano Ronaldo of Manchester United reacts during the Premier
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 12: Cristiano Ronaldo of Manchester United reacts during the Premier League (Getty Image)

The 38-year-old Portuguese soccer star then added a number of feathers to his hat by playing for several clubs including Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus. In 2023, he joined the Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr FC.

He is the first Portuguese soccer star to win five Ballons d'Or, and four European Golden Shoe awards.

In addition to his achievements, Cristiano Ronaldo’s height has become a raging topic of discussion majorly because of his mammoth record of the highest vertical jump in soccer history.


 
 
 
 
 
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s height compared to his peers and rivals

Cristiano Ronaldo’s height comfortably makes him one of the tallest strikers in the soccer realm. The former Real Madrid star’s height is often compared to the likes of other prominent footballers like Lionel Messi, who stands at just 5 ft 7 in (170cm).

FIFA Ballon d'Or nominees Lionel Messi of Argentina and FC Barcelona  (L) and Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal and Real Madrid smile during the FIFA Ballon d'Or Gala 2014 at the Kongresshaus on January 12, 2015 in Zurich, Switzerland.
FIFA Ballon d'Or nominees Lionel Messi of Argentina and FC Barcelona (L) and Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal and Real Madrid smile during the FIFA Ballon d'Or Gala 2014 at the Kongresshaus on January 12, 2015 in Zurich, Switzerland. (Getty Image)

Ronaldo is also taller than Neymar Jr, 5ft 9in (175cm), Ronaldinho Gaúcho 6ft (182cm), Pele 5ft 7in (171.5cm), Marcelo Vieira  5ft 9in (174cm), and Sergio Ramos 6ft (182cm).

Ronaldo is apparently taller than most of his peers and rivals, yet he falls a few inches short when compared to football players like, Lovre Kalinić 6ft 7in (201cm), Kristof Van Hout 6ft 10in (208cm), and Jason Mooney, who is 6ft 8in (204 cm).


 
 
 
 
 
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What is Cristiano Ronaldo’s highest vertical leap?

Cristiano Ronaldo’s height has always been one of his strongest fortes that helped him score one of the highest vertical leaps in soccer history.

As a Real Madrid striker, Ronaldo was playing against his former club Manchester United in the UEFA Champions League 2012-13 when he jumped a staggering 2.93m to score a phenomenal header.

The gorgeous header converted into the game’s first goal led Real Madrid to a 3-2 win.



 

How tall is Cristiano Ronaldo’s girlfriend Georgina Rodríguez?

The long-term interest in Ronald’s personal life often sparks curiosity about his girlfriend Georgina Rodríguez’s height.

As per several reliable sources, Rodriguez stands 5ft 6in tall (168cm). Ronaldo and Rodríguez have been dating since 2017 after meeting at the Gucci store, where she once worked.

SEVILLE, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 03: Georgina Rodriguez and Cristiano Ronaldo attend the MTV EMAs 2019 at F
Georgina Rodriguez and Cristiano Ronaldo attend the MTV EMAs 2019 (getty image)

The newly minted couple made their first official appearance together — with Ronaldo's oldest son Cristiano Jr — at the Best FIFA Football Awards in Zurich.


 
 
 
 
 
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How many kids does Cristiano Ronaldo have?

Ronaldo is proud of his five children, with three of the children born to two surrogate mothers. He first became a dad in 2010 with the birth of his first son, Cristiano Ronaldo Jr.

He has never disclosed the identity of his firstborn's mother. Ronaldo then waited for seven years before welcoming twins Eva and Mateo via surrogate and then a daughter Alana Martina with Rodriguez.


 
 
 
 
 
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In October 2021, Ronaldo announced that he and Rodriguez were expecting twins. The Manchester United soccer player shared the news alongside a photo of himself lying in bed with Rodríguez while holding up ultrasound photos.

In April 2022, Ronaldo shared the heartbreaking news that one of the couple's twins, a baby boy, had died.


 
 
 
 
 
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