Christiano RonaldoThe club’s name defined an era in football, and now a new chapter of that legacy is quietly taking shape. As the Portuguese icon continues to rewrite history late in his career, the focus shifts to the next generation. His eldest son, Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., re-enters the international stage, attracting worldwide interest and reigniting debates about the legacy, pressures and fate of football.
While the spotlight is often the Al-Nassr Wherever he goes, this time it is his son who prepares to take the family name to a new international platform, with European giants and youth academies keeping a close eye on his progress.
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. is already starting to establish himself as an emerging talent in youth football. At just 15 years old, he has gained international experience and built a reputation through youth tournaments in Croatia and Turkey. His journey through elite academies, Manchester United, Juventus and now Al-Nassr mirrors the path his legendary father once followed.
The teenager currently represents Al-Nassr’s youth academy and continues his development in Saudi Arabia, while his father remains at the center of the club’s project. Despite his young age, he has already become one of the most talked-about players in the Portuguese youth system.
Portuguese media have highlighted how his composure, movement and attacking instincts have drawn comparisons to the early career of Cristiano Ronaldo. The expectations are enormous, but the journey has only just begun.
When Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. will take the stage
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. will represent the Portugal U-16 national team at the Algarve Tournament between February 12 and 17.where he faces three major international opponents for seven days.
Competition schedule:
- February 12: Portugal vs Japan
- February 14: Portugal vs Netherlands
- February 17: Portugal vs Germany
This will be his first international youth tournament played on Portuguese soil, having previously competed in tournaments abroad. The team is coached by Filipe, a former Sporting player and World Cup winner with the Portuguese U-20 team, and Ronaldo Jr. is expected to be one of the standout names in the squad.
Although Cristiano Ronaldo himself will not be there, reports the Portuguese outlet SIC news notes that his grandmother, Dolores Aveiro, was present during the training camp and provided family support as the young forward prepared for another milestone.
Cristiano Ronaldo and his son Cristiano Ronaldo Jr
Early signs of a rising star
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. has already created moments that point to a bright future. Earlier in 2025, he played for the Portuguese U-15 side at the Vlatko Markovic tournament in Croatia, scoring twice in the final to secure a 3–2 victory over the hosts. That performance accelerated his promotion to the U-16 squad and made him one of the country’s most promising strikers in his age group.
He has since competed in several youth competitions, including the Federations Cup in Turkey, where he made his international debut and later scored his first goal for the U-16 team. His performances have been praised for his composure, movement and technical discipline – traits strongly linked to his father’s playing style.
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