Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo reached a remarkable milestone on Thursday, netting his 900th career goal during a 2-1 UEFA Nations League victory over Croatia.
The goal, scored in the 34th minute, solidified Ronaldo’s position as the first player to achieve this feat, further cementing his legacy in football history.
Ronaldo, now 39, has continued to defy age and expectations. After receiving UEFA’s Player of the Year title, he reflected on the significance of reaching the 900-goal mark in a post-match interview.
“It means a lot,” Ronaldo said. “I’ve been working towards this for a long time. I knew it would come naturally as long as I kept playing.”
Visibly emotional, Ronaldo celebrated by dropping to his knees with his hands raised, sharing the moment with his teammates and fans. He acknowledged the hard work behind the achievement, emphasizing the physical and mental challenges that accompany such a lengthy and successful career. “Scoring 900 goals is not just another milestone. It’s a testament to the dedication required day in and day out.”
On social media, Ronaldo shared his excitement with his 108 million followers on X, formerly known as Twitter, expressing gratitude for the support he has received throughout his career. “I dreamed of this, and I still have more dreams,” he posted.
Ronaldo, who now holds a 58-goal lead over rival Lionel Messi, has set his sights on an even more ambitious target: 1,000 career goals. “If I stay healthy, that’s my next challenge,” he stated.
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