Feb 25 • 23:13 UTC 🇳🇬 Nigeria Punch

Ronaldo scores 965th career goal in Al Nassr’s 5-0 win

Cristiano Ronaldo reached his 965th career goal in a match where Al Nassr defeated Al-Najma 5-0 in the Saudi Pro League.

Cristiano Ronaldo has achieved yet another milestone in his illustrious football career by scoring his 965th official goal during Al Nassr's match against Al-Najma in the Saudi Pro League. The 41-year-old forward successfully converted a penalty, contributing to Al Nassr’s dominant 5-0 victory. This achievement highlights Ronaldo's remarkable consistency and scoring prowess, extending over nearly two decades and across multiple top clubs including Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus, as well as the Portugal national team.

Ronaldo’s impressive goal tally not only signifies his personal accomplishments but also places him in an exclusive category as he approaches the historic mark of 1,000 career goals, a feat that has not been reached by any male footballer in the modern era. With just 35 goals left to reach this landmark, the football world is closely watching his journey and anticipating his next goals. His ability to perform at the highest level, even at 41 years of age, continues to amaze fans and critics alike.

As Ronaldo adds another legendary chapter to his career, he reinforces his position among the greatest footballers of all time. Each goal he scores serves to cement his legacy, and with the countdown to 1,000 ongoing, discussions regarding his potential retirement and what impact it might have on his record-breaking path are also heating up. Ronaldo's feat is not just a personal triumph; it is a reminder of the extraordinary lengths to which athletes can push themselves, defying age expectations in professional sports.

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