Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese football icon, has further solidified his legacy by scoring his 900th career goal during Portugal’s 2-1 victory over Croatia in the UEFA Nations League. This remarkable milestone makes Ronaldo the first male player to reach 900 goals, underscoring his unparalleled impact on the sport.
The goal came in the 34th minute at Lisbon’s Stadium of Light, where Ronaldo celebrated with a mix of relief and joy, dropping to his knees with his hands on his head. It was his 131st goal for Portugal, reinforcing his status as the national team’s all-time leading scorer.
Ronaldo‘s journey to 900 goals spans more than two decades, beginning at Sporting CP and continuing through Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus, and currently Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia. His goal tally reflects his relentless pursuit of greatness:
- Real Madrid: 450 goals
- Manchester United: 145 goals
- Portugal: 131 goals
- Juventus: 101 goals
- Al-Nassr: 68 goals
- Sporting Lisbon: 5 goals
This breakdown highlights his exceptional scoring ability, versatility, and consistency across different leagues and competitions. Ronaldo‘s range as a forward—scoring from penalties, free kicks, and all areas of the field—demonstrates his complete skill set.
After the match, Ronaldo reflected on the milestone: “It seems like any other milestone, but only I know, and the people around me, how hard it is to work every day, to be physically and psychologically fit, to score 900 goals.” His words emphasize the dedication and effort required to maintain such elite performance well into his late 30s.