Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the most famous football players, recently achieved an incredible milestone. On September 5, during Portugal’s 2-1 win against Croatia in the UEFA Nations League, Ronaldo scored his 900th career goal. At 39 years old, Ronaldo became the first player in football history to reach this impressive number of goals for both his club and country.
Ronaldo, a five-time Ballon d’Or winner, added another historic moment to his career when he scored in the 34th minute of the game. The goal came after a cross from Nuno Mendes, and Ronaldo tapped the ball in with a volley, doubling Portugal’s lead. The goal was emotional for him. After scoring, he held his arms out and ran towards the corner of the pitch. Once there, he placed his hands on his face and dropped to the ground, showing how much the moment meant to him.
Here’s a breakdown of Ronaldo’s career goals:
| Cristiano Ronaldo career goals breakdown | |
| Team | Goals |
| Real Madrid | 450 goals |
| Manchester United | 145 goals |
| Portugal | 131 goals |
| Juventus | 101 goals |
| Al Nassr | 68 goals |
| Sporting Lisbon | 5 goals |
This goal was Ronaldo’s 131st goal for the Portuguese national team, adding to his already impressive record of most international goals scored in world football. Along with his 769 club goals, this brought his total to 900 goals, making him the first men’s player ever to score 900 official goals in football.
The 900th goal came during the first half of the match, where Ronaldo took advantage of a perfectly timed cross from Nuno Mendes to score from close range. His ability to finish the play showed his experience and skill. Ronaldo’s career has been filled with such moments, especially in major European club competitions. His goals have led to many victories for the teams he has played for.
For over 15 years, Ronaldo has been in a close rivalry with Lionel Messi, another football legend. Together, they have pushed each other to new heights in their careers. However, when it comes to career goals, Ronaldo stands ahead. His ability to score consistently is unmatched, and he continues to break records.
Ronaldo is currently playing for the Saudi Arabian club, Al Nassr. In his last season with the club, he set a new league record by scoring 35 goals. His goal-scoring ability remains strong, even at this stage of his career. Many believe that he will continue to score more goals, with his next goal being 1,000 career goals. Given his form, it’s expected that Ronaldo will continue to achieve more milestones in the coming seasons.
| Top 10 highest goalscorers in football history | ||
| S. No | Player | Goals |
| 1 | Cristiano Ronaldo (POR) | 900 goals |
| 2 | Lionel Messi (ARG) | 838 goals |
| 3 | Josef Biscan (AUT) | 805 goals |
| 4 | Romario (BRA) | 772 goals |
| 5 | Pele (BRA) | 757 goals |
| 6 | Ferenc Puskas (HUN) | 746 goals |
| 7 | Gerd Muller (GER) | 734 goals |
| 8 | Ferenc Deak (HUN) | 576 goals |
| 9 | Uwe Seeler (GER) | 575 goals |
| 10 | Tulio Maravilha (BRA) | 575 goals |
Fans are now eagerly waiting for Ronaldo’s next appearance with the Portuguese national team. His next match will be against Scotland in the UEFA Nations League 2024. The game is set to take place on September 8 at 12:15 AM IST (or September 9, depending on the timezone).
In conclusion, Ronaldo’s 900th career goal is a testament to his incredible talent, hard work, and dedication to the game. As he continues to play at a high level, the world watches in anticipation of what this legendary player will achieve next.