Portugal’s legendary forward, Cristiano Ronaldo, has reached an unprecedented milestone by scoring his 900th career goal during Portugal’s 2-1 victory over Croatia in the UEFA Nations League opener on September 5. The 39-year-old is now the first player in football history to reach 900 career goals across club and international matches.
Ronaldo’s landmark goal came in the first half, as he capitalized on a precise cross from Nuno Mendes, finding the net from close range.
🔹 Cristiano Ronaldo’s Career Goal Breakdown
| Club/Country | Goals |
|---|---|
| Real Madrid | 450 goals |
| Manchester United | 145 goals |
| Portugal (National Team) | 131 goals |
| Juventus | 101 goals |
| Al Nassr | 68 goals |
| Sporting Lisbon | 5 goals |
| Total | 900 goals |
🔹 Ronaldo’s Goal-Scoring Prowess
Renowned for his versatility in front of goal, Ronaldo’s 900 goals have been scored using different techniques:
- 573 goals with his right foot
- 173 goals with his left foot
- 152 goals with his head
- 2 goals scored using other parts of his body
His ability to score consistently from various positions has set him apart as one of the greatest goal-scorers in football history.
🔹 All-Time Leading Goal Scorers in Football History
Ronaldo’s latest milestone cements his place as the highest goal scorer in football history, surpassing legendary players such as Lionel Messi, Pele, and Romario.
| Rank | Player | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal) | 900 goals |
| 2 | Lionel Messi (Argentina) | 838 goals |
| 3 | Josef Bican (Austria) | 805 goals |
| 4 | Romario (Brazil) | 772 goals |
| 5 | Pele (Brazil) | 757 goals |
| 6 | Ferenc Puskas (Hungary) | 746 goals |
| 7 | Gerd Muller (Germany) | 734 goals |
| 8 | Ferenc Deak (Hungary) | 576 goals |
| 9 | Uwe Seeler (Germany) | 575 goals |
| 10 | Tulio Maravilha (Brazil) | 575 goals |
🔹 Continuing His Record-Breaking Streak
Currently playing for Saudi club Al Nassr, Ronaldo set a new Saudi Pro League record last season by scoring 35 goals. With his sights set on reaching 1,000 career goals, he remains determined to maintain his prolific goal-scoring form.
Ronaldo will return to action for Portugal on September 8 in their UEFA Nations League match against Scotland at 12:15 AM IST (September 9).
