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Tom Brady vs Cristiano Ronaldo: Which GOAT Has the Higher Net Worth?

Published 03/13/2022, 8:00 AM EDT

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The best players in any sport earn a fortune, and they deserve it. Sponsorships, on either hand, assist the superstars to quadruple their commercial success due to their marketability and dedicated fan network. Tom Brady and Cristiano Ronaldo are two such players who fall into this category. Both are top athletes in their respective sports and the finest at what they do.

Tom Brady, the former quarterback of the New England Patriots and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, is having a terrific time since declaring his retirement from the sport. He is a family man who also enjoys cruising in other nations. The media recognized the athlete at Old Trafford, England, attending the Manchester United versus Tottenham Hotspur game.

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This raises the subject of wealth and earnings; and who is superior in that regard, given that both sports personalities are pillars of their respective sports.

Tom Brady vs. Cristiano Ronaldo: Head to Head

According to Celebrity Net Worth, quarterback Tom Brady has a $250 million net worth. Brady has won 6 Super Bowls with the Patriots, one with the Bucs; the most of any player in NFL history. Over a decade, he has earned a record of 4 Super Bowl MVPs and 3 NFL MVPs.

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Tom Brady, now 44, completes the most lucrative year of his illustrious career. The former Bucs quarterback has signed endorsement partnerships with Christopher Cloos eyeglasses and Fanatics merchandise. Brady, who has already explored entrepreneurship with his wellness brand TB12, recently started a film production firm and an NFT platform. The athlete actively acquires assets like property and has one of the finest Aston Martin collections.

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However, Cristiano Ronaldo’s net worth is $500 million as per Celebrity Net Worth. He is one of the world’s highest-paid entertainers. The athlete is also the driving force behind the CR7 brand, which includes branded clothes, accessories, resorts, and a gymnasium.

Ronaldo surpassed Brazilian icon Pelé’s goal count, scoring 770 goals in all competitions with a hat trick in a Juventus victory over Cagliari. He made $120 million in 2020, with about $70 million in salary and $50 million in endorsements from brands, including a lifetime deal with Nike, Clear Shampoo, and Herbalife. Cristiano Ronaldo also became the first person to exceed 500 million followers over social media.

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Given their respective sporting legacies, both players have established themselves as brands. On the soccer pitch, Cristiano Ronaldo is making history. Tom Brady is still one of the top quarterbacks in the NFL, despite his retirement.

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Pavitra Shome is an NFL author at EssentiallySports. Currently pursuing his M.A.
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