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Ronaldo Earns $2.05 Billion Since Debut in 2001

Published December 31, 2025, 15:19
Ronaldo Earns $2.05 Billion Since Debut in 2001

Cristiano Ronaldo has earned $2.05 billion since his professional debut in 2001, making him the highest-earning athlete in football history. This income comes from salaries, advertising deals, and the exploitation of his personal brand. In 2025 alone, his net worth increased by more than $280 million. Ronaldo also holds the record for the highest annual salary in football, earning around $246 million from Al-Nassr. In second place is Lionel Messi with $1.605 billion, while Neymar completes the podium with $954.5 million.