The fact that Ronaldo has been inducted into the Goal Hall of Fame is testament to his impact on a generation of football fans. But it's even more incredible considering that the great Brazilian's career will always be tinged by a sense of what might have been.
What if the knee injuries had been avoided? What if he hadn't suffered a fit on the day of the World Cup final? And what if he showed the level of dedication and determination to hone his craft as some of his peers?