Cristiano Ronaldo: 5 Footballers Who Turned Content Creators After His YouTube Channel Launch
- Cristiano Ronaldo is turning heads with his subscriber count hours after creating his YouTube channel
- It appears Ronaldo's move is not out of the blue, as top athletes have resorted to content creation
- In light of this, Briefly News takes a look at five footballers who had previously dabbled into the digital world
Cristiano Ronaldo has expanded his business ventures into content creation with his new YouTube channel, launched on 21 August.
The Portuguese superstar quickly broke subscriber records, earning a gold plaque for surpassing 1 million subscribers in record time. The numbers continued to rise rapidly.
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According to Marca, his channel offers fans an exclusive glimpse into his life, both on and off the field, including moments with his partner, Georgina Rodriguez.
Reactions to the news:
Here are some of the responses from social media users.
@ImranRafiq27:
"Let everyone know that the most famous person in the world is Cristiano Ronaldo."
@NewsTrendo:
"Lucky man."
@SaimaImtia98502:
"The Goat."
@irkbishnoi:
"He is not even thinking of stopping, he is breaking the record."
@fedx3129:
"Should be published in genius magazine."
@Boom_iin:
"That's so massive."
@MbappeRmfc9:
"Only Ronaldo can do this."
@valencywiry1:
"The fastest to go four years without trophy."
The five footballers who have turned to content creation
Ronaldo’s foray into YouTube mirrors a trend among high-profile footballers who use digital platforms to share personal content with their fans.
5. Christian Vieiri
Though Bobo Vieri retired from football years ago, his Twitch channel, BoboTV, remains one of Italy's most popular.
The channel, co-hosted by Antonio Cassano, Daniele Adani, and Nicola Ventola, discusses football weekly on Mondays and Fridays.
It often sparks debates that extend beyond the platform. BoboTV has garnered nearly 466,000 followers.
4. Ben Foster
The 39-year-old Watford goalkeeper is making significant strides as a YouTube content creator.
His channel, "Ben Foster—The Cycling GK," boasts 1.47 million subscribers and blends his passions for football, cycling, and food.
Foster posts almost daily, offering immersive content filmed with his GoPro, showcasing both everyday rides and cycling feats.
He also provides a first-person view of his football activities, including matches and training sessions.
3. Jesse Lingard
The former Manchester United forward boasts a YouTube channel with 432,000 subscribers, where he shares content from his personal life and gaming sessions.
A big fan of FIFA and Call of Duty, Lingard often showcases his skills with a joystick in hand.
Among his most popular videos are those featuring his extensive football jersey collection.
The first episode of this series, in which he reveals his first Man United kit and the jersey from his England debut, has garnered an impressive 1.2 million views.
2. Sergio Aguero
Sergio Aguero had to retire early from football due to heart problems, but he’s now channeling his energy into live Twitch broadcasts.
With 4.8 million followers, the former Manchester City striker entertains fans by playing PlayStation.
He also provides live commentary on some of Europe’s biggest football matches, a type of content that his community especially loves.
1. Karim Benzema
The 2022 Ballon d'Or winner, also known as "Karim the Dream," has successfully ventured into YouTube, where his channel now has almost 600,000 subscribers.
He regularly shares videos showcasing his daily life, including home tours, gym sessions, and fan Q&As.
His first video, "One Day KB9," has 1.9 million views, but episode 14, featuring his custom-built car collection, stands out with 3 million views.
What’s Cristiano Ronaldo bags award from YouTube
Relatedly, Briefly News reported that Cristiano Ronaldo is already making headlines on YouTube less than 24 hours after launching his channel.
The 39-year-old's new venture has quickly attracted over 18 million subscribers as of this report. Ronaldo is set to take the pitch on Thursday, 22 August, when Al-Nassr hosts Al Raed in the Saudi League.
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