"Soccer is the world s most popular sport, and the greatest player of the current generation has been the other-worldly Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal. Overcoming a heart problem as a teenager, Ronaldo set scoring records while playing for powerhouses Manchester United in the British Premier League and Real Madrid in Spain s La Liga, won numerous major titles, and was named the world s best player two times. Off the field he has been cited for his generosity as the most charitable athlete, making him also a star in life." --