August 21, (THEWILL) – Cristiano Ronaldo, the renowned five-time Ballon d’Or winner, has launched his very own YouTube channel and the response has been overwhelming. The 39-year-old Portuguese footballer, who currently plays for Saudi Arabian club, Al Nassr, shared the news with his massive social media following on Wednesday and the results were staggering.
Within just a couple of hours of posting his first video, Ronaldo’s YouTube channel had already amassed an impressive 1.69 million subscribers. The footballer’s excitement was palpable as he took to his social media accounts to announce the launch, stating, “The wait is over. My@YouTube channel is finally here! Subscribe and join me on this new journey.”
Ronaldo’s social media presence is nothing short of remarkable. He boasts an astounding 112.5 million followers on the X platform, 170 million on Facebook and an incredible 636 million on Instagram. This new venture into the world of YouTube is yet another testament to Ronaldo’s enduring popularity and his ability to captivate audiences across multiple platforms.
His fans and followers will no doubt be eagerly awaiting the content he shares on his newly launched YouTube channel. The former Real Madrid and Manchester United player is now preparing for his team’s Saudi Pro League opener against Al-Raed on Thursday.
In the coming weeks and months, it will be fascinating to see how Ronaldo utilises his YouTube platform to connect with his vast fanbase and provide them with a behind-the-scenes look at his life, both on and off the pitch. This latest move by the football superstar is sure to solidify his position as one of the most captivating and influential athletes of our time.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
