Road to 1000: Al Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo scores goal number 924 after turning 40

Cristiano Ronaldo is not slowing down at Al Nassr.

Road to 1000: Al Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo scores goal number 924 after turning 40

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 04:22 - 08.02.2025

Cristiano Ronaldo was on the score sheet again for his Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr after clocking 40.

Cristiano Ronaldo, the global football icon, continues to defy expectations as he advances towards his ambitious target of 1,000 career goals. 

Fresh off celebrating his 40th birthday, the Portuguese superstar found the net once again for his Saudi Arabian club, Al Nassr, in a commanding performance in the Saudi Pro League.

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Al Nassr secured a comfortable 3-0 victory against Al Feiha on Friday night, with new signing from Aston Villa, Jhon Duran, making an immediate impact. 

Duran opened the scoring with his first goal for the club and soon followed up with a second. However, it was Ronaldo who ultimately stole the spotlight, sealing the win with a third goal in the 74th minute.

Cristiano Ronaldo hits the famous siuuuuuu.
Cristiano Ronaldo hits the famous siuuuuuu.

This latest strike represents Ronaldo's 16th goal of the season for Al Nassr in just 18 appearances, reminding the world of his unwavering commitment and enduring talent, even after reaching his fourth decade. 

The goal brings his career total to 924, fueling speculation about whether he will reach his stated goal of 1,000 career goals.

924th goal after turning 40.

His club Al Nassr did not hold back in their celebration for his latest striker, after leading the way for his 40th birthday with a memorable cake.

“Starting his 40s the only way he knows how – with class and goals,” the club posted on their X account.

Cristiano Ronaldo leads the Saudi Pro League's scorers' chart with 16 goals.

“In motion, in control, and in the hearts of millions, there’s still so much more to come, they added in separate posts. 

Ronaldo currently leads the Saudi Pro League's top scorer chart by two goals, ahead of notable competitors such as Karim Benzema and Marcos Leonardo. 

He has shown no signs of slowing down. With his remarkable fitness, relentless dedication, and passion for the game, Ronaldo continues to inspire football fans worldwide.