Cristiano Ronaldo netted his 980th career goal on Oct. 9, 2026, turning out for Al Nassr against Al Diriyah in the Saudi Pro League. The historic finish came as a major milestone for the Portuguese forward.
It was his return to club action after reported friction with Portugal's national team setup. The result for Al Nassr gave the club a much-needed lift heading further into the season.
Al Nassr's squad on the night also included several Gulf Cup 27 winners for the Diriyah derby. The quality across the pitch has made Al Nassr a strong contender 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 point in his playing days, each additional goal keeps the spotlight on him around how far he can go.