Football News: Ronaldo named as part owner

The Ronaldo, the legendary Brazilian striker, has been named as a part owner of NASL side Fort Lauderdale Strikers.

In a statement to the press Ronaldo said, "I could not be happier to be part of both the Strikers, a team with an extraordinary legacy, and the NASL, with its rich history and tremendous growth potential.

"I am confident that my experience, vision, and work will be instrumental in helping to elevate the Strikers, the NASL, and soccer in the U.S. to the highest level.

"South Florida, where there are so many soccer fans, is the ideal place for my Strikers."

Ronaldo has won 2 World Cups, 3 FIFA World Player of the Year awards, and 2 Ballon D'Or awards in a career that seen him arguably become the best player of his generation.

The Strikers are looking to use his legendary status with teams like PSV Eindhoven, Barcelona, Real Madrid, Inter Milan and AC Milan to raise the team's profile in both the US and abroad.

Written by Tris Burke December 15 2014 05:59:57