Cristiano Ronaldo Scores 950th Career Goal as Al Nassr Defeat Al Hazem
Buraidah, Saudi Arabia — Cristiano Ronaldo continues to redefine football greatness. The 40-year-old Portuguese superstar reached another historic milestone, scoring his 950th career goal during Al Nassr’s 2-0 victory over Al Hazem, a result that keeps his side top of the Saudi Pro League with a perfect record.
Ronaldo’s landmark strike came late in the match, sealing the win and further extending his remarkable tally across club and international competitions. His performance once again underlined his enduring hunger and influence, even in the twilight of his illustrious career.
Al Nassr Take Early Control
From the kickoff, Al Nassr dominated proceedings, dictating play and keeping Al Hazem on the defensive. Their persistence paid off in the 24th minute when João Félix continuing his excellent run of form headed in an inch-perfect cross from Ayman Yahya. It was Félix’s ninth league goal of the season, showcasing his growing importance in Al Nassr’s attacking setup.
Despite being 14th in the table, Al Hazem showed resilience, with goalkeeper Bruno Varela producing several outstanding saves to keep his side in contention before halftime.
Ronaldo Delivers Again
As the game wore on, Ronaldo remained a constant threat, testing the defense and orchestrating attacks. His decisive goal in the closing stages not only secured the points but also marked another chapter in his record-breaking career, as he edges closer to the unprecedented 1,000-goal milestone.
With this victory, Al Nassr maintain their spot at the summit of the Saudi Pro League, continuing their unbeaten run and asserting their credentials as title favourites. Ronaldo, meanwhile, shows no signs of slowing down and fans across the world are left wondering just how high his extraordinary numbers will climb.