Cristiano Ronaldo's stunning header draws comparisons to Michael Jordan's athleticism

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Cristiano Ronaldo's remarkable goal in December 2019 continues to impress fans. He scored a header for Juventus against Sampdoria, leaping 71 cm to meet a cross at a height of 8.39 feet, surpassing the crossbar. This goal drew comparisons to NBA stars, with pundits noting Ronaldo's incredible jump. Claudio Ranieri, then Sampdoria's manager, praised the feat, likening it to something seen in basketball. Ronaldo himself referenced the comparison, tweeting "CR7 AIR JORDAN!!" after the match. His highest recorded jump is 2.93 meters, close to NBA legend Michael Jordan's record of 48 inches.


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