Cristiano Ronaldo, the legendary soccer player, and Binance have collaborated once again to launch a new collection of NFTs. The collection, titled ‘Forever Worldwide: The Road to Saudi Arabia,’ chronicles Ronaldo’s journey from his early days in Madeira to his current status as a global soccer icon.
The NFTs in this collection provide insights into the key locations that have played a significant role in Ronaldo’s career. These locations include Madeira, Lisbon, Manchester, Madrid, Turin, Saudi Arabia, and Portugal. Each NFT has been designed by artists with personal connections to these locations.
The first drop of the NFT collection, featuring artwork from Madeira, Lisbon, and Manchester, was released on May 29. Portuguese artists Katt Phatt and Rodrigo Doin created pieces that represent the beginnings of Ronaldo’s football journey in Madeira and Lisbon, while Manchester artist John Sheehan contributed a piece that reflects Ronaldo’s rise in Manchester.
The second drop, set to launch on June 6, will include artwork representing Madrid, Turin, and Saudi Arabia. Spanish artist Lisett Ledón’s designs will celebrate Ronaldo’s success in Madrid and his passion for the Spanish League, while Italian artist Pasquale Garibaldi’s pieces will showcase Ronaldo’s legacy in Turin. Saudi artist Shaker Kashgari’s artwork will mark Ronaldo’s latest chapter in Saudi Arabia.
In addition to the main drops, a limited collection of 7 SSR NFTs, designed by local artist Mr. Dheo, will be available in June. These NFTs pay homage to Ronaldo’s dedication to Portugal and will be sold via an online auction. Super fans who collect all NFTs in the Drop 2 collection will have the chance to win one of the SSR NFTs for free by participating in a quiz starting on June 11.
The NFTs are priced at $35 (USD) each, excluding the limited SSR NFTs. The collection also introduces a ‘Collect to Earn’ mechanism, allowing collectors to earn rewards from their first purchase. These rewards include vintage jerseys, football tickets, signed posters, and the opportunity to ask Ronaldo questions in a special video.
Holders of the SSR Portugal NFTs will have an exclusive experience with Ronaldo, including a trip to Riyadh, a football game ticket, and a personalized goal celebration moment with the soccer legend. Collectors can join the auction on June 14 to bid for the SSR NFT. Users who collect all six other NFT locations and win the SSR Portugal NFT in the quiz will also be part of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
[Image: Cristiano Ronaldo, X.com]
(Source: Cryptopolitan, reported by Jai Hamid)
