Cristiano Ronaldo is back among the goals.
The Al-Nassr captain scored on his return to competitive action on Friday as his side defeated Al-Riyadh 4–0, taking his career tally to 977 goals.
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It was the perfect way for Ronaldo to begin another season in Saudi Arabia, particularly with the Portuguese superstar continuing his pursuit of the extraordinary 1,000-goal milestone.
Ronaldo wastes no time after World Cup break
Ronaldo had not played competitively for Al-Nassr since the 2026 World Cup, having been given additional time to recover and prepare for the new campaign.
His return immediately produced what Al-Nassr supporters wanted to see: another goal.
With Al-Nassr already 3–0 ahead, Ronaldo received the ball inside the penalty area before quickly turning and firing into the bottom corner.
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It was his first goal of the 2026/27 Saudi Pro League season.
977 — and counting
The latest strike moves Ronaldo to 977 career goals, leaving him just 23 goals short of 1,000.
That target has become one of the defining storylines of the latter stages of his remarkable career.
Ronaldo has already indicated that the upcoming season could be his final year as a professional footballer, making every goal increasingly significant. Reuters reported earlier this week that the 41-year-old is approaching the end of his career while continuing to chase the 1,000-goal mark.
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Now, after today's goal, the number is down to 23.
Al-Nassr deliver a statement win
Ronaldo's goal was only part of a dominant Al-Nassr performance.
João Félix and Ângelo Gabriel were among the players who helped establish a commanding advantage before Ronaldo added the fourth. The victory leaves Al-Nassr with two wins from two league matches and at the top of the Saudi Pro League standings.
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For Ronaldo, though, the headline belongs to the number beside his name.
977.
The countdown to 1,000 continues.
Fan Debate
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