Cristiano Ronaldo reached a landmark moment in his historic career as he scored the 960th career goal during Al Nassr’s 2-1 win over Damac in the Saudi Pro League on Wednesday night. Ronaldo’s strike not only gave his team a crucial cushion in the match but also brought him closer to the ambitious target of 1,000 career goals that has defined the latter stages of his playing years.
Match overview
Al Nassr took control early in the Saudi Pro League encounter at Damac, opening the scoring within the first five minutes. Abdulrahman Ghareeb finished confidently after Kingsley Coman’s incisive run down the right created the opening, helping Al Nassr settle quickly into the contest.
The hosts maintained momentum in the second half, and shortly after the break Ronaldo doubled the lead. The Portuguese forward timed his run into the box to meet a precise pass and finished with his right foot past the Damac goalkeeper, marking his 960th official goal in club and international football.
Damac pulled a goal back in the 68th minute when Jamal Harkass headed in from a corner, setting up a tense final period. Al Nassr managed to hold on for the 2-1 win, which boosts their title ambitions in the league.
Ronaldo’s performance and impact
At 40 years old, Ronaldo continues to be a central figure for Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League, showing sharp movement and a predatory instinct in front of goal. His 960th goal came from intelligent positioning and clinical finishing, underlining his continued threat in and around the box.
That strike also extended Ronaldo’s tally for the season and highlighted his importance to Al Nassr’s attacking play. Beyond the goal itself, his presence on the field lifts those around him, with younger teammates frequently looking to link up with the veteran forward.
Quest to 1000 goals
This latest milestone brings Ronaldo within 40 goals of the elusive 1,000-goal mark, a benchmark he has publicly stated he intends to reach before retiring. In previous interviews he affirmed his desire to continue playing until he achieves the 1,000-goal milestone, emphasising both personal ambition and his enduring love for the game.
Across his career, Ronaldo has scored at club level with Sporting CP, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus and Al Nassr, as well as for the Portugal national team, where he is his country’s all-time leading scorer. Each goal has contributed to a legacy that spans more than two decades at the top of world football.
As the season progresses, Ronaldo’s pursuit of 1,000 career goals remains one of the most compelling storylines in global sport, blending longevity, elite performance and record-breaking ambition.
