Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo achieved multiple accolades at the Globe Soccer Awards held in Dubai on January 19.
Acknowledging his outstanding performance in the past calendar year, the Al Nassr and Portuguese striker secured the Best Middle East Player award, surpassing competitors Riyad Mahrez and Mohamed El Shenawy.
As a five-time Ballon d'Or winner, Ronaldo also clinched the Maradona Award for being the top scorer in 2023, outpacing Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappe, who each scored 52 goals for club and country, and Erling Haaland, who netted 53 goals in 2023.
Additionally, he was honored with the Fans' Favourite Player of the Year award during the ceremony.
Attending the event in Dubai with his partner, Georgina Rodríguez, Ronaldo expressed gratitude in his acceptance speech, stating, "I had an amazing season. I have to say thank you to my teammates and my coaches from Al Nassr and the Portugal national team."
Continuing his speech, Ronaldo mentioned, "I never won this trophy... the Best Middle East Player... and Maradona as well. So I will put them with passion in my museum because they are two special ones."
Expressing pride, he extended thanks to his wife and children, acknowledging their support in dealing with the demands of his profession. Ronaldo concluded, "Thank you to Globe Soccer for this amazing award."
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