Cristiano Ronaldo edges closer to 1000 goals!

Cristiano Ronaldo continues to defy time! At 40 years old, the Portuguese legend shone once again on Friday by scoring a magnificent brace against Al-Hilal, contributing to Al-Nassr's 3-1 victory in the Saudi Pro League showdown.

Just 69 goals to go!

With these two new goals, CR7 now reaches an astonishing career total of 931 goals, across all competitions and national team appearances.

The mythical milestone of 1000 goals, which few dared to mention a few years ago, now seems within reach for the indomitable Portuguese striker. He needs just 69 more.

Ronaldo: "I'm not chasing that number"

However, the five-time Ballon d'Or winner tempers the excitement: "I'm not chasing that number. If I get there, it will be fantastic. If not, it's okay," he said at a press conference, inviting everyone to savor the present moment. Video:

With 21 goals in 25 league matches this season, Ronaldo is currently the top scorer in the Saudi Pro League. A testament that despite the years, he remains a formidable finisher.

Already the 9th top scorer in the history of the Saudi league with 70 goals, the global football icon continues his exceptional career with disarming serenity:

"I've reached 900, now we're talking about 1000… It's not an obsession. I'll see what my body still allows me to do."

Amine Jomni |

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