Overview
- Ronaldo’s career tally is 956 after scoring twice in Al‑Nassr’s 3-0 win on Saturday, leaving him 44 goals short of 1,000.
- Speaking in Dubai after being named Best Middle East Player at the Globe Soccer Awards, he said he will reach 1,000 goals "for sure" if he avoids injuries.
- He stated that the playing location does not matter and he no longer rules out Europe, softening his 2023 stance that a return was “completely closed.”
- The 40-year-old remains under contract with Al‑Nassr through 2027 and continues to feature regularly and score in the Saudi Pro League.
- He is set to lead Portugal at the 2026 World Cup, which he has indicated will be his final international tournament.