Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed his determination to reach 1,000 career goals before he retires from professional football. The 40-year-old forward achieved the milestone of 956 goals during a match on Saturday, where his team secured a 3-0 victory. As the captain of the Portuguese national team, Ronaldo holds the record for the most goals in international football, having netted 141 goals in 223 matches for Portugal.
In a recent event, Ronaldo was named the Best Middle East Player at the Globe Soccer Awards held in Dubai. Following the ceremony, he reiterated his passion for the sport and his aspirations to continue playing. “It’s hard to continue playing, but I am motivated. My passion is high and I want to continue,” he stated.
Ronaldo’s current contract with Al Nassr extends for another two years, and he is set to lead Portugal into the 2026 World Cup. His enthusiasm for the game remains undiminished, as he expressed, “It doesn’t matter where I play, whether in the Middle East or Europe. I always enjoy playing football and I want to keep going.”
He further elaborated on his goals, saying, “You know what my goal is. I want to win trophies and I want to reach that number [1,000 goals] that you all know. I will reach the number for sure, if no injuries.” This statement reflects his commitment not only to personal achievement but also to team success.
This year has been particularly productive for Ronaldo, as he has already scored 40 goals in the calendar year, marking the 14th time he has hit this benchmark in his career. So far this season, he has netted 12 goals in just 10 matches, including his time at Juventus.
Looking ahead, Ronaldo is expected to feature prominently as Al Nassr prepares for their upcoming match on Tuesday. His ongoing performance and drive to reach the 1,000-goal milestone will keep fans and analysts alike closely following his journey in the coming months.
