WATCH: Cristiano Ronaldo receives special Champions League top goal-scorer award by UEFA

Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo was honoured with a special Champions Leagueall-time leading goal-scorer award by the UEFA on Thursday (Aug 29). He received the special award by UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin forhis remarkable achievements and enduring legacy in the European club football. Ronaldo, the Al-Nassr striker, was handedthe special award during the inaugural 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 36-team league phase draw ceremony, which was held at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco on Thursday.

Ronaldo has had an incredible run in the Champions League history. With morethan 18 years, the 39-year-old superstar has scored as many as 140 goals, in 183 appearances, which adds to his legendary status. His overall appearances have comeacross spells with Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus, leaving a markin the competition with every club he has represented.

Notably, Ronaldo became the first player to score in three finals, displaying his ability to perform underpressure. Additionally, his feat of scoring in as many as11 consecutive Champions League matches is a record that would take some doing to be broken.

Here is the video of him receiving the special award by the UEFA President:

The UEFA President lauded Ronaldo and said, "Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the brightest stars in the UEFA Champions League constellation. His extraordinary goalscoring achievements in the competition seem destined to stand the test of time, posing a remarkable challenge for future generations to surpass. His sustained excellence at the highest level is a testament to his relentless pursuit of both team and individual honours. Over more than two decades, he has continuously evolved and refined his game while preserving a youthful passion for scoring and celebrating goals. His professionalism, work ethic, dedication and ability to shine on the grandest stage are qualities that football players everywhere should aspire to emulate."

A five-time winner of the Champions League, Ronaldo's legacy at the European competition remains unmatched.