Cristiano Ronaldo, the legendary footballer from Portugal, has again set a new record, this time in the digital world. The 39-year-old, five-time Ballon d’Or winner launched his YouTube channel, attracting over a million subscribers within 90 minutes of going live. According to ESPN’s Adriana Garcia, this remarkable achievement marks the fastest channel launch to reach this milestone.
Ronaldo’s YouTube Debut
Ronaldo, who currently plays for the Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr and has represented Portugal in international football for over two decades, shared his excitement on social media. “The wait is over. My @YouTube channel is finally here! Subscribe and join me on this new journey,” he posted on Wednesday. Within hours of his first video upload, the channel had already amassed 1.69 million subscribers.
To celebrate the historic launch, Ronaldo unveiled a golden “play button,” a prestigious award given by YouTube to channels that surpass one million subscribers. The video, which featured Ronaldo presenting the award to his children, quickly became a sensation.
A Record-Breaking Success
Ronaldo’s YouTube channel has been an instant success, reaching 21.6 million subscribers shortly after its launch. The channel’s rapid growth is a testament to Ronaldo’s immense popularity and influence, which extends far beyond the football pitch.
This latest achievement adds to Ronaldo’s impressive social media presence. He is already the most followed person on Instagram, with 636 million followers. Additionally, he has 170 million followers on Facebook and 112.6 million on X (formerly Twitter).
A Stellar Season on the Field
Ronaldo’s success isn’t limited to social media. On the field, he continues to break records. Last season, he scored 35 goals for Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League, setting a new single-season scoring record for the league.
More Milestones Ahead
With his YouTube channel’s rapid growth, Ronaldo is now eligible for the diamond play button, awarded to channels that surpass 10 million subscribers. As Ronaldo continues to make history both online and on the football field, his influence shows no signs of slowing down.
