Cristiano Ronaldo has kept football fans in India intrigued over his appearance in the AFC Champions League Two clash against FC Goa, scheduled to be played Fatorda Stadium in Margao, Goa. The match is scheduled for October 22. (Photo- Instagram)
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Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first footballer to reach billionaire status, according to the latest Bloomberg Billionaires Index, which has valued the Portugal great's net worth at an estimated $1.4 billion. (Photo- Instagram)
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Comparatively speaking, even when considered as a whole, FC Goa, one of the formidable teams in the Indian Super League (ISL), falls far behind. The total cost of the football club is reported to be approximately Rs 38.4 crore. (Photo- Instagram)
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Cristiano Ronaldo's value extends beyond his football contracts. Ronaldo's enterprise extends much beyond the $200 million he now earns from his contract at Al Nassr. He has several endorsements and a lifetime contract with Nike. (Photo- Instagram)
In addition, he owns hotels and his own clothing line, CR7. As a result of all of these factors, Ronaldo is now more than just an athlete; he is a global brand. (Photo- Instagram)
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FC Goa, meanwhile, keeps improving its standing in India. Foreign players like Pol Moreno and Borja Herrera are mixed in with seasoned Indian internationals like Sandesh Jhingan. Each of their most important players costs between Rs 2-2.4 crore. These figures demonstrate how Indian football's economic situation differs from that of the international scene. (Photo- Instagram)
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Nevertheless, the contrast is startling and eye-opening. Ronaldo's playing days are coming to an end yet he still outshines entire football teams. The journey for Indian clubs like Goa is about building foundations and growing steadily. For Ronaldo, it's about enhancing an already constructed and embellished legacy. (Photo- Instagram)
