Ronaldo nets 980th career goal as Al‑Nassr beat Diriyah 3‑0
Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 980th career goal for club and country in Al‑Nassr’s 3‑0 win over Diriyah
In Brief
- •Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 980th career goal for club and country in Al‑Nassr’s 3‑0 win over Diriyah
- •He opened the scoring in the 23rd minute, marking his fourth league goal of the season
- •Al‑Nassr’s second goal came from Samú Costa’s header off João Félix’s corner in the 35th minute
- •Kingsley Coman sealed the win with a third goal in the 77th minute
Why It Matters
At 41, Ronaldo’s continued goal‑scoring prowess underscores his longevity and the growing appeal of the Saudi Pro League on the global stage. His pursuit of the 1,000‑goal milestone brings heightened media attention and commercial interest to the league, potentially attracting more high‑profile players and boosting fan engagement across the region.
Key Details
- Career goals
- 980
- Match result
- 3-0
- Date
- 2026-10-09
- Opponent
- Diriyah
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