Cristiano Ronaldo 900th Goal: Cristiano Ronaldo, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner, has reached a historic milestone by becoming the first men’s football player to score 900 career goals. The Portuguese superstar achieved this feat during Portugal’s UEFA Nations League match against Croatia. Ronaldo made his mark in the 34th minute when he capitalized on a precise cross from Nuno Mendes, volleying the ball past Croatian goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic. This goal not only secured Ronaldo’s place in football history but also contributed to Portugal’s 2-0 victory over Croatia.
The record-breaking goal comes amidst recent criticism of Ronaldo’s performance. The footballing icon faced scrutiny after a goal-less stint at the recently concluded EURO Cup, where he played five matches without scoring. Despite this, Ronaldo’s remarkable career continues to shine as he surpasses yet another milestone.
A Look Back at Ronaldo’s Stellar Career
Ronaldo’s career began with Sporting CP, where he netted four goals in 28 appearances. His talent was soon recognized by Sir Alex Ferguson, who signed him to Manchester United in 2003. Ronaldo scored 145 goals during his six-year tenure at the club. His career skyrocketed when he joined Real Madrid in 2009, where he scored 450 goals over nine years, becoming the club’s highest goalscorer and winning four UEFA Champions League titles, among other accolades.
In 2018, Ronaldo moved to Juventus, where he added 101 goals to his tally. After a stint with Manchester United, he joined Al Nassr in 2022. As of now, Ronaldo has scored 68 goals in 74 matches for Al Nassr and 131 goals for the Portugal national team.
At 39, Ronaldo remains one of the greatest footballers of all time, having achieved nearly every major trophy in football, except the FIFA World Cup. His continued contributions to both club and country highlight his enduring legacy in the sport.