Ronaldo scores his 967th goal, edging nearer to milestone 1,000 tally

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Cristiano Ronaldo continued his relentless chase of history with another standout performance, scoring twice to inspire Al Nassr to a commanding 5-2 win over Al Najmah in the Saudi Pro League.

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The Portuguese forward has now taken his remarkable career tally to 967 goals for club and country, leaving him just 33 goals shy of the unprecedented 1,000-goal milestone.
Ronaldo’s impact in Saudi Arabia remains extraordinary.

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His brace saw him reach 97 league goals in just 100 appearances, putting him firmly on course to hit the 100-goal mark in the competition since his arrival in January 2023.

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He made his league debut for Al Nassr in a narrow 1-0 defeat to Al Ettifaq on January 22, 2023, before opening his account against Al Fateh on February 3, 2023.

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The five-time Ballon d’Or winner later reached his 50th league goal in his 50th appearance, achieving the feat against Al Raed on August 22, 2024.

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The clash against Al Najmah on April 3, 2026, not only marked his 100th league appearance but also highlighted his continued dominance in front of goal.

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With his latest brace securing another emphatic victory, Ronaldo is now within touching distance of two major milestones—100 goals in the Saudi Pro League and the historic 1,000-goal mark in professional football.

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