Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese football icon, is currently on a quest to reach an unprecedented milestone: 1,000 career goals. At 40 years old, Ronaldo isn't showing signs of slowing down, continuing to add to his impressive tally while playing for Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League and representing his national team.
As of October 14, 2025, Ronaldo's career goal count stands at 942. This includes goals scored for various clubs, such as Sporting CP, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus, and Al Nassr, as well as his impressive record for the Portuguese national team. He recently scored twice for Portugal in a World Cup qualifying match against Armenia on September 6, 2025. Portugal won that match 5-0. With 140 goals for Portugal, he holds the record for the most international goals scored by any player.
Ronaldo has acknowledged the 1,000-goal mark, but he is also trying not to fixate on it. "I can no longer think about what I said publicly that I wanted to reach 1,000 goals," he stated. Instead, his focus has shifted to enjoying the game and maximizing his remaining years as a player. "Let's enjoy the moment… I'm not chasing 1,000 goals as an obsession,” Ronaldo said. “If it happens, perfect. If it doesn't happen, it's okay!". Despite this relaxed outlook, the possibility of reaching such a historic milestone remains a significant motivator for the legendary forward.
Reaching 1,000 goals would solidify Ronaldo's place in football history, setting a benchmark that may never be surpassed. However, time is a factor, even for a player in peak physical condition. While Ronaldo has expressed his commitment to playing in the next World Cup and believes he has several seasons left, the clock is ticking. He turned 40 in February 2025.
Even Ronaldo's family has questioned his pursuit of 1,000 goals. "People, especially my family, say, 'It's time for you to stop. You've done everything. Why do you want to score a thousand goals?'" Ronaldo told Canal 11. Despite these questions, Ronaldo remains determined to continue playing and contributing. "But I don't think so. I think I'm still producing good things, I'm helping my club and the national team, and why not keep going?".
Currently, Ronaldo is playing for Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League, where he continues to find the net. This season, he has already scored 4 goals in 4 matches. His dedication to the sport and remarkable scoring ability keep fans excited as he approaches this momentous occasion. Assuming he maintains his current form and health, Ronaldo could realistically reach the 1,000-goal milestone by the end of the 2025-2026 season or the beginning of the 2026-2027 season.
