Celebrate Cristiano Ronaldo’s birthday with seven of his best goals

Cristiano Ronaldo turns 31 on Friday. Celebrate with seven of his most mesmerizing goals.

Cristiano Ronaldo, who turns 31 on Friday, has been playing professional soccer for nearly half his life. In that time, he’s racked up more jaw-dropping goals than you can count. In honor of his birthday, here are seven of his best.

Long Champions League screamer

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Amazing back-heel volley

Another crafty back-heel

Breaking ankles vs. Galatasaray

Great run vs. Rayo Vallecano

One touch into the far corner

Long free kick freezes Thibault Courtois

Published Feb 4, 2016

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