Cristiano Ronaldo Honors Coach Who Discovered Him, Dies at 77
Cristiano Ronaldo has paid a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Portuguese coach who first scouted him, following the coach’s passing at the age of 77.
The unnamed coach played a crucial role in Ronaldo’s early football journey, recognizing his potential when he was still a young boy in Madeira.
In an emotional message shared on social media, Ronaldo thanked the coach for believing in him at a time when few others did. “You saw something in me that changed my life forever,” Ronaldo wrote. “I’ll never forget what you did for me and for Portuguese football.”
The coach, revered across Portugal for his dedication to youth development, was instrumental in shaping the careers of numerous players. But his role in discovering Ronaldo remains one of his most enduring legacies.