Portugal great Cristiano Ronaldo is on the verge of yet another historic milestone as he begins the 2024/25 season with Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia, Soccernet.football reports.
The 39-year-old football icon is now just four goals away from reaching an astonishing 900 career goals, a feat that would further cement his position as football’s all-time top scorer — a title he has held for some time now.
Ronaldo’s latest goal, his 896th, came in Al Nassr’s 2-0 victory over Al Taawon in the Saudi Super Cup semi-finals, propelling his team to the final against reigning league champions Al Hilal.
In that match, Ronaldo’s enduring class glowed as he not only scored but also assisted Ayman Yahya’s opener, proving that he remains as sharp as ever despite a challenging Euro 2024 campaign with Portugal.
Ronaldo’s relentless pursuit of excellence continues to set him apart, especially in the ongoing debate with his long-time rival, Lionel Messi.
While Messi leads in trophies with 45 to Ronaldo’s 35, the Portuguese star’s goal-scoring tally is unmatched, with his Inter Miami foe trailing significantly on 838 career goals.
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Al Nassr now face a daunting task in the final against Al Hilal, who not only defeated them in last season’s semi-finals but also went on to secure a treble, including the Saudi Pro League title.
Al Hilal’s squad will soon be bolstered by the return of Neymar, following his recovery from a knee ligament injury, adding another layer of difficulty for Ronaldo and his teammates.
Despite the challenges ahead, Ronaldo remains unfazed, expressing his determination on social media: “Super Cup final here we come.”
As he approaches his 40th birthday, Ronaldo continues to defy the odds, with no signs of slowing down as he chases yet another piece of silverware and his 900th goal.
