Football icon, Cristiano Ronaldo, has made a new move off the pitch by launching his official YouTube channel, quickly drawing in a massive following.
Ronaldo, known for his record-breaking feats, is now extending his influence to the digital world.
In his first post on the channel, Ronaldo shared his excitement with fans, “The wait is over! My @YouTube channel is finally here! SIUUUbscribe and join me on this new journey.”
His trademark enthusiasm, coupled with his global appeal, saw the channel surpass the one million subscriber mark within just one hour of going live—a feat that highlights his unparalleled reach across the globe.
Ronaldo’s YouTube channel, which continues to grow rapidly, now boasts over 17.2 million subscribers.
According to an August 2024 report, the former Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus star who has no TikTok presence yet is ranked the most-followed person on social media with 917 million followers. The Portuguese star tops the list thanks to his unrivalled Instagram following of more than 600 million coupled with over 100 million followers on both Facebook and X.
He is followed by Selena Gomez – 688.2 million followers, Justin Bieber – 596.2 million followers, Taylor Swift – 550.5 million followers, and Ariana Grande – 509.8 million followers.
YouTube offers fans an exclusive peek into the life of the Portuguese superstar, promising content that spans beyond his football career.
From behind-the-scenes glimpses and personal vlogs to insights into his rigorous training routines, the channel is designed to bring fans closer to Ronaldo than ever before.
At 39 years old, and despite a challenging Euro 2024, Ronaldo remains one of the most recognizable and marketable athletes worldwide.
His entry into the YouTube space not only marks another milestone in his illustrious career but also presents a new way for him to engage with his extensive fanbase.
With his incredible skill, dedication, and now a new avenue to connect with his audience, Cristiano Ronaldo’s influence is set to grow even further, ensuring his legacy as a sports icon continues to flourish.
This development has ignited responses from social media users, with many applauding Cristiano Ronaldo’s influence both on the football field and now on YouTube.
A football icon @LionelMessi chimed in with a light-hearted take, hinting at Ronaldo’s potential to amass a huge following, “Ronaldo will have the most subscribers on a button welcome you and me goat.”
Another user@varseen7 expressed excitement over Ronaldo’s YouTube debut, praising his excellence on the field, “Welcome (CR7) you are the best player in the world.”
@Frostyx35 admired Ronaldo’s ability to excel in multiple arenas, stating,”Cristiano Ronaldo conquers the pitch and now is coming to conquer YouTube.”
@Playingfcmobile highlighted Ronaldo’s continuous success, both on the pitch and online,b”The goat dominated football, now is he’s dominating YouTube. Goat for a reason.”
@Oprahat1256 showed unwavering support for Ronaldo, while playfully challenging Messi fans, “Anyone who thinks Ronaldo is better than Messi, like them. Ronaldo is a G.O.A.T. Love you so much bro!”
@tps0001 reflected on the deeper reasons behind Ronaldo’s broad influence: “His influence is profound because of the foundation of virtue he has sown. An exceptional sporting careers.”
@Zarrumirzayu shared a heartfelt message from Uzbekistan, expressing admiration for Ronaldo: “Please convey our greetings to Cristiano and let him know that we highly respect him. It’s a great pride for us in Uzbekistan to admire footballers like Cristiano Ronaldo.”
