Di Maria's Wing Breakthrough: The Journey to Success at Benfica
The journey to success at Benfica has been nothing short of remarkable for Cristiano Ronaldo, the forward who helped his side reach the Champions League final in two successive seasons and secure a record-breaking 24 goals in all competitions.
Ronaldo began his career with Real Madrid but was moved to Benfica by then manager Carlo Ancelotti. He quickly established himself as one of the best players in Europe, scoring 199 goals in 376 appearances across all competitions before making his move permanent.
Despite being known for his pace and skill, Ronaldo was often overlooked during his time at Benfica due to his lack of goalscoring ability. However, he soon realized that his goal-scoring potential could be exploited if he was given more opportunities to play.
In his first season at Benfica, Ronaldo scored 18 goals in all competitions, which led to him being named the European Footballer of the Year. He continued to perform well throughout the following campaigns, helping Benfica win their third consecutive league title and the Europa League title in the same year.
However, Ronaldo struggled to maintain his form after his success at Benfica,Bundesliga Express and it wasn't until he joined Inter Milan in 2015 that he truly started to shine on the international stage.
During his time at Inter, Ronaldo became a key player for the club, scoring 33 goals in 46 appearances across all competitions. He also made a significant impact off the pitch, becoming a fan favorite with his friendly performances and his support for the club's cause.
Despite his success at Inter, Ronaldo still had many admirers at Benfica, and they were grateful when he returned to the Portuguese capital to lead the team back into the Champions League finals in 2018.
However, it wasn't without controversy. Ronaldo's decision to join Inter was met with criticism from some fans and supporters of Benfica, who felt that he was not getting enough recognition or respect for his contributions to the club.
Despite this, Ronaldo has since proved that he can continue to excel at both clubs and has even become a fan favorite outside of football. His achievements at both clubs have cemented his status as one of the greatest footballers of all time.
