Cristiano Ronaldo scores again for Al-Nassr in Saudi Pro League clash. Here’s how close he is to a thousand goals
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
Cristiano Ronaldo emerged as one of the standout performers in the 12th round showdown of the Saudi Pro League between Al-Ettifaq and Al-Nassr.
Details: Cristiano Ronaldo put Al-Nassr ahead against Al-Ettifaq, netting the 957th goal of his illustrious career.
The match didn’t start smoothly for Al-Nassr: it was the visitors who struck first, with Georginio Wijnaldum giving Al-Ettifaq the lead. But Jorge Jesus’ men responded swiftly, as João Félix levelled the score. Later, Ronaldo found the net himself. After a strike from João Félix, the ball deflected off Cristiano Ronaldo and crossed the line—two Portuguese stars combining to put Al-Nassr in front, 2-1, with the more illustrious compatriot delivering the decisive blow.
That means Cristiano Ronaldo is now just 43 goals away from reaching the monumental 1,000-goal milestone.
Reminder: Cristiano Ronaldo has hinted at a potential return to Europe.
