CRISTIANO RONALDO got his hands on the Ballon d’Or award and said: I’m living the dream.
The Manchester United winger was named as Kaka’s successor last Tuesday.
And yesterday the 23-year-old was presented with the trophy.
He said: “I’m very, very happy. It’s a dream I’ve had since I was a youngster — I’ve always dreamed about winning it one day.
“I’m very moved, very happy and I’d like to take this opportunity to dedicate this trophy to my family, they’ve helped me get here.
MUMMY’S BOY … Ron and Maria
MUMMY’S BOY … Ron and Maria
“I thank my mother, my father, my close friends. The trophy is splendid, marvellous, beautiful. I’ve waited for this.”
Portugal winger Ronaldo polled a massive 446 points from a maximum 480, finishing comfortably ahead of second-placed Lionel Messi (281) and third-placed Fernando Torres (179).
He said: “I’m touched. Very moved, I’m very sensitive.”
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