CR7
Cristiano Ronaldo
Example
You see what CR7 managed to pull off in training yesterday? It's gonna be another good year for Portugal
Related Slang
The beautiful game | Soccer |
FIFA | Fédération Internationale de Football Association |
WC | World Cup |
Worldie | Amazing |
chip | Championship |
Clean sheet | Shutout |
Lift the silverware | Win a trophy |
Fans of Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo often refer to him as CR7. This nickname is a fusion of Ronaldo's initials (CR) and his jersey number (7).
One of the world's most famous and highly-paid athletes, CR7 has played forward for the Portugal national football team since 2003 (and has also played for various club teams, including Manchester United). He is Portugal's captain and its leading all-time goalscorer. His many victories and feats of skill have earned CR7 another nickname among soccer fans - the God of Football.