Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., the son of football icon Cristiano Ronaldo, could be eligible to represent up to five different countries at the international level, according to a report by Sports Outlet, 433.
The 14-year-old, who has already shown glimpses of his father’s footballing prowess in youth teams, qualifies for multiple national teams due to his birthplace, family heritage, and residency in different countries.
According to the report, Ronaldo Jr. is eligible to play for Portugal through his father’s nationality, while his birth in the United States grants him automatic eligibility for the American national team.
His time in Spain, where he lived for three years before the age of 10 during his father’s spell at Real Madrid, also makes him a potential candidate for the Spanish national team, according to the report.
Additionally, his extended stay in England—over five years during Ronaldo’s stints at Manchester United—qualifies him for the Three Lions.
He can also represent Cape Verde, as he has family ties to the West African nation.
Full list
Portugal—through his father’s nationality
USA—as he was born there
Spain—having lived there for three years before the age of 10
England- having lived there for 5+ years
Cape Verde—through family ancestry
