Cristiano Ronaldo has reaffirmed his commitment to continue playing until he reaches the milestone of 1,000 career goals. The forward achieved his 956th goal during Al Nassr’s 3-0 victory on Saturday, marking another step towards his ambitious target. Ronaldo, who holds the record for the most goals in international football with 141 goals in 223 appearances for Portugal, remains determined to extend his career.
The 40-year-old player has two years remaining on his contract with Al Nassr and is set to lead the Portugal national team into the 2026 World Cup. Following his recent recognition as the Best Middle East Player at the Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai on Sunday, Ronaldo expressed his enthusiasm for the game. “It’s hard to continue playing, but I am motivated. My passion is high and I want to continue,” he stated.
Ronaldo emphasized that his focus is not solely on his current situation but on achieving his personal goals. “My passion is high and I want to continue. It doesn’t matter where I play, whether in the Middle East or Europe. I always enjoy playing football and I want to keep going,” he added. He reiterated his aspiration to “win trophies” and reach the coveted 1,000 goals mark, stating, “I will reach the number for sure, if no injuries.”
With his recent performance, Ronaldo has scored 40 goals in a calendar year for the third consecutive time and for the 14th time in his career. This season alone, he has netted 12 goals in just 10 matches since his time at Juventus, showcasing his enduring talent and determination to succeed.
The forward will be in action again as Al Nassr prepares for their upcoming match on Tuesday, where he will have another opportunity to add to his impressive tally. As Ronaldo continues to chase his goals, fans and football enthusiasts alike will be watching closely to see how far he can push his remarkable career.
