In 2023, Forbes has revealed that Cristiano Ronaldo, the celebrated captain of Portugal’s national football team, has secured the title of the world’s highest-earning footballer. With an impressive total of $260 million, Ronaldo surpasses both Lionel Messi and Neymar in earnings for the year.
The renowned five-time Ballon d’Or recipient not only leads the football industry but also stands as the highest-earning athlete across all sports. Ronaldo, at 38 years old, has clinched the top position, primarily fueled by his lucrative $200 million contract with Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia, along with an additional $60 million from various endorsements.
In the same ranking, Lionel Messi follows in second place with projected earnings of $135 million, while Brazil’s Neymar secures the third spot, boasting a total income of $112 million.
