Cristiano Ronaldo Jr, the eldest son of football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, has made his debut for Portugal's under-16 team. The 16-year-old, who celebrated his birthday on 17 June, was called up to the youth squad in May 2025 to compete in a tournament in Croatia. His father shared the news on Instagram Stories, writing: 'Proud of you, son!'
Born in California in 2010, Cristiano Jr has pledged his international allegiance to Portugal, despite also being eligible for the United States. He plays as a forward for Al-Nassr's youth team, where he has scored 56 goals in 27 matches. Standing at six feet tall, he is already taller than his famous father.
The teenager is the eldest of five children. His father has spoken about the importance of family, once telling HELLO! magazine: 'Becoming a parent and raising my family is honestly the greatest privilege I've had.' Cristiano Ronaldo Sr currently plays for Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, and there have been reports that his son could eventually join the professional squad.
Cristiano Jr's mother's identity has never been publicly disclosed. In a 2015 interview, his father explained that some aspects of his life should remain private, adding that he would tell his son the truth when he is older. The youngster initially wanted to be a goalkeeper but later switched to an attacking role, mirroring his father's position.
