Cristiano Ronaldo hits new milestone in Saudi Pro League thriller
Cristiano Ronaldo reached yet another milestone in his legendary career, scoring his 800th club goal in Al-Nassr’s 5–1 victory over Al Fateh on Saturday. The landmark moment came in the 60th minute, just seconds after his penalty was saved, when he quickly bounced back to find the back of the net.
A remarkable milestone at nearly 41 years old
Ronaldo, who turns 41 in February, continues to defy expectations. Now in his fourth season with Al-Nassr, he remains a key figure for the Saudi Pro League side. His longevity at the top level is nothing short of extraordinary.
Celebrating with a signature message
Shortly after the match, Ronaldo acknowledged the achievement with a post on social media, simply captioned: “Success is not an accident.” The phrase neatly summed up a career built on relentless drive, discipline, and consistency.
It all started at Sporting CP
The Portuguese forward began his club journey with Sporting CP during the 2002–03 season. It was there, in Portugal’s Primeira Liga, that he scored his first five professional goals, setting the stage for what would become an unparalleled scoring career.
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Dominance at Manchester United
Ronaldo’s six-year stint at Manchester United saw him evolve from a promising teenager into one of football’s biggest stars. He scored 118 goals across his first spell, helping the Red Devils to three consecutive Premier League titles between 2006 and 2009.
A goal machine in Madrid
His most prolific period came during his nine years with Real Madrid, where he racked up a staggering 450 goals in just 438 appearances. He won two La Liga titles and became the club’s all-time top scorer, an extraordinary feat in one of football’s most storied teams.
More silverware with Juventus
Ronaldo took his talents to Italy in 2018, joining Juventus. In four seasons with the Serie A giants, he tallied 101 goals in 134 games and helped the club to two league titles. Even in a new league, his scoring prowess never wavered.
A brief return to Old Trafford
In 2021, Ronaldo returned to Manchester United for a second spell. Though the team experienced ups and downs, he added 27 more goals to his Premier League tally, leaving the club with a total of 145 goals across both stints.
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Hitting 800 for club play alone
Though he had already reached 800 total career goals, including international matches, back in 2021, this latest milestone represents 800 goals scored purely in club competitions. With 99 goals in 112 games for Al-Nassr, he continues to deliver at an elite level in Saudi.
No signs of slowing down
With a new two-year contract extension in place, Ronaldo is set to stay with Al-Nassr through 2027. That means fans can expect even more historic moments as the legendary forward pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in a football career.
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