Cristiano Ronaldo added his 980th career goal on Oct. 9, 2026, turning out for Al Nassr against Al Diriyah in the Saudi Pro League. The landmark goal came as a significant marker for the Portuguese forward.
It was his comeback at club level after reported friction with Portugal's national team setup. The timing of the goal gave the club a timely boost heading further into the season.
Al Nassr's starting lineup also included multiple Gulf Cup champions for the Diriyah derby. The combination of talent has made Al Nassr a consistent force in the Saudi Pro League this season.
The goal moves him nearer to the next milestone on his list in the Saudi Pro League. At this stage of his career, each strike added to the count draws fresh attention around how far he can go.