At an age when most footballers contemplate winding down, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to defy expectations. The 41-year-old Portuguese superstar achieved a remarkable milestone in the Saudi Pro League, becoming the first player to score over 500 career goals after turning thirty.
On Saturday night, Al-Nassr secured a dominant 4–0 victory over Al-Hazem at their home ground, reclaiming the top spot in the Riyadh club standings. Ronaldo opened the scoring in the 13th minute, converting a precise pass from Kingsley Coman into the back of the net with a composed finish.
This historic strike marked Ronaldo’s 500th goal since his thirties, a feat unmatched by any other player in football history. Just 30 minutes into the match, Coman doubled the lead, assisted by a clever pass from João Félix. Late in the first half, Ronaldo had another goal ruled out for offside, but it did little to dampen the evening’s celebrations.
The second half saw Brazilian winger Ângelo Gabriel score a spectacular solo goal from midfield in the 77th minute, further extending Al-Nassr’s dominance. Two minutes later, Ronaldo netted his second of the night, receiving Coman’s pass and firing powerfully into the left side of the penalty area. With this goal, Ronaldo’s career tally rose to an astonishing 964 goals across club and country.
Al-Nassr’s victory was their eighth consecutive win in the Saudi Pro League this season. With 55 points from 22 matches, the Riyadh giants have returned to the summit of the league table, while Al-Hilal dropped to second following a 1–1 draw against Al-Ittihad earlier in the evening.
Al-Nassr vs Al-Hazem – Key Goals
| Minute | Scorer | Assist | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13′ | Cristiano Ronaldo | Kingsley Coman | Ronaldo’s 500th post-30 goal |
| 30′ | Kingsley Coman | João Félix | Doubled the lead |
| 77′ | Ângelo Gabriel | Solo run | Spectacular midfield strike |
| 79′ | Cristiano Ronaldo | Kingsley Coman | Second goal of the night, career total 964 |
Ronaldo’s performance underscores a career defined by longevity, consistency, and relentless ambition. Even beyond forty, he continues to compete at the highest level, inspiring teammates and fans alike. His ability to combine skill, fitness, and football intelligence has made him a once-in-a-generation talent and a symbol of enduring excellence in the sport.
As Al-Nassr consolidates its position at the top of the Saudi Pro League, Ronaldo’s record-breaking feats continue to make headlines, proving that age is merely a number for one of football’s greatest icons.