Cristiano Ronaldo, even at the age of 40, continues to order the limelight with its relentless driving force, unmatched commitment and a goal coring hunger that refuses to age. The last Wednesday night, under the lights in Riyadh, reminded the Portuguese icon the football world, which is why he remains one of the game’s most productive players. Al-Nassr secured a 2-0 victory over al-Khaleej in their second last match by Saudi Pro League seasonThanks to no small part to Ronaldo’s dramatic stop penalty.
It was not all smooth sailing. Ronaldo missed a previous penalty in the 65th minute, but when Al-Nassr was awarded another spot kick deep in extra time, he rose again-and was delivered in the 97th minute to seal the victory.
With the goal he went even closer to another landmark. One last game remains this season – a match that can either etch his name in history once again, or mark a missed opportunity if his time in Saudi Arabia ends this summer.
The 2024-25 campaign has been remarkably productive for the Portuguese veteran. In all competitions he has played 40 matches, scored 34 goals and provided four assists. These are numbers that most strikers would envy – than alone who played during his fifth decade.
His last goal was 935 of his professional careeran astonishing number for someone who debuted back in 2002. And it came in what was The club’s last home game of the seasonA poetic moment in front of the fans who has embraced him since his high -profile traits from Europe in 2023.
The disc that is at stake
Halfway through its Saudi Pro League trip, Ronaldo now stands Just two goals away from scoring 100 goals with four different clubs– An achievement that no other player in history has achieved. He already has the following speaks:
- 450 goals with Real Madrid
- 145 goals with Manchester United
- 101 goals with Juventus
- 98 goals with al-nassr
If he finds the net twice in the last match of the season, He will reach the 100-goal brand for a fourth clubAn achievement that would further cement his heritage as perhaps the most consistent point that the game has ever seen.
Uncertain future in the middle of contract calls
While focus remains on the final league game, Ronaldo’s future at Al-Nassr is far from some. His contract will expire this summer, and although the reports previously claimed that he had basically agreed on a lucrative extension – reliably worth 185 million euros per year – –Last frustrations have led him to stay renewal call.
Insiders suggest it Ronaldo has grown disillusioned by the club’s lack of sports opportunityEspecially after another trophy season. The five times the Ballon D’Or winner, who has built his career on winning, believed be “No longer convinced by Al-Nassr’s sports plan.” If he leaves now, the disc will remain just out of reach.
