Cristiano Ronaldo, a legendary figure in the world of soccer, is far from considering retirement, yet when that day comes, he will not only hang up his cleats but will also continue to pursue his competitive spirit. This renowned Portuguese athlete, now at the age of 40, embodies a relentless drive for victory that seems to resonate within his entire family.

During a September 2024 episode of Rio Ferdinand‘s podcast, his former teammate, Ronaldo shared insights about his family dynamic. He remarked, “My kids, they are like me,” emphasizing that he doesn’t need to explicitly teach them about competition; they learn through observation. He described how they mirror his emotional responses to winning and losing, including feelings of anger and sadness. “Even with my kids I compete,” he explained. “Even with Gio, I always want to win. I give nothing for free.” This illustrates the fervent competitive nature that Ronaldo passes on to his children.

While this environment may seem intense and perhaps not particularly relaxing, Ronaldo ultimately embraces his role as a devoted father. In addition to being an international sports icon with a lavish lifestyle that includes driving a Bugatti and flying in a private jet, he is simply a family man who values time spent with his children. His parenting includes his eldest son, Cristiano Jr., aged 15, his 8-year-old twins Mateo and Eva Maria, as well as his youngest daughters, Alana, 7, and Bella, 3. Together with his long-time partner, Georgina Rodríguez, 31, Ronaldo dedicates his life to creating cherished memories with his family, no matter where their adventures take them in the world.