9 reasons why Ronaldo is the most complete striker of all time

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#3 The original Ronaldo step-over

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In the entire history of football, only a handful of players have perfected a skill to such a degree that their name becomes synonymous with the move. There's the Cruyff turn, the Zidane roulette and, of course, the Ronaldo step-over.

Fans of the modern game might associate the step-over with the current Ronaldo, but the Brazilian superstar was bamboozling opposing defenders with his variation long before Cristiano introduced his Hollywood showpiece. As is often the case: the original easily outclasses the imitation.

Unlike the current Real Madrid star, who regularly provides his variant primarily for the cameras, Ronaldo's chief aim was always to beat his opponent and his trademark step-over was often the key to unlocking defences. Even when rivals knew what was coming, the speed and agility of R9's manoeuvre meant it was almost impossible to stop.

In terms of one move regularly resulting in goals, Ronaldo's step-over ranks No.1.

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