Cristiano Ronaldo netted his 980th career goal on Oct. 9, 2026, playing 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 a difficult stretch with Portugal's national team setup. The result for Al Nassr gave the club a welcome result heading further into the season.
Al Nassr's starting lineup also included multiple Gulf Cup champions 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 whatever record he is chasing in the Saudi Pro League. At this point in his playing days, each new entry on the tally sparks renewed discussion around how far he can go.