22 year old Portugese international Cristiano Ronaldo a highlight this season for Manchester United has added to his recent tally of awards by receiving the Football Writers’ Association Footballer of the Year award. Ronaldo has already picked up 2 PFA awards as voted by his fellow professionals and now picks up an additional prestigious award. Cristiano Ronaldo has had a great season with spectacular form at Manchester United helping them to chase a Premiership title, progression in the Champions League and also with an FA Cup Final to look forward to.

Such success is made even more remarkable by the backlash the young star faced after events last summer. Ronaldo faced huge criticism after his involvement in Rooney’s sending off when England played Portugal in World Cup 2006. He has progressed from that point to become the best player in the country and in Rooney’s opinion the world. You can watch Cristiano Ronaldo and his dazzling skill in all Manchester United matches by logging into our members area to watch live football online.