The Evolution Of Cristiano Ronaldo On FIFA Is Seriously Impressive

Following highlighting Lionel Messi's meteoric FIFA rise, it's only fair to do the same for FIFA 17's best player, Cristiano Ronaldo.

While the newest installment is set to hit shelves next week, avid gamers are enjoying a sample of FIFA 17 through the demo with the anticipated release at fever pitch. But to commemorate the highest-rated player in the game, we've rolled back the years bringing you his first card which portrays a stark difference from his current attributes.

On FIFA 04, Jonny Evans Ronaldo is sporting a modest card with a 69 pace rating as well as at 77 & 79 for shot power and strength, respectively.

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Meanwhile, the Real Madrid and Portuguese star actually looks like himself on FIFA 17, not to mention his much-improved ratings.

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Ronaldo's rise to prominence is mirrored by that of EA Sports' graphics becoming more lifelike as the game evolves.

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Between FIFA 06 and FIFA 11, Ronaldo's overall rating went back-and-forth before establishing himself as one of the very best maintaining an impressive 92 until FIFA 16 improving by just the one, eventually becoming the highest-rated player with a solid 94.

(H/T dreamteamfc.com)

Topics: FIFA 17, Ronaldo

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