Cristiano Ronaldo has made history by becoming the first men's football player to score 900 goals in official matches. He achieved this milestone during Portugal's UEFA Nations League victory over Croatia on September 5, 2024. Ronaldo continues to lead the all-time scoring charts, surpassing rivals Lionel Messi and Pelé.
Cristiano Ronaldo has made history by becoming the first men's player to score 900 goals in official football matches. The Portuguese superstar achieved this remarkable milestone during Portugal's UEFA Nations League clash against Croatia on September 5, 2024. Ronaldo netted his historic goal with a precise volley from six yards, following a cross from teammate Nuno Mendes, helping Portugal secure a 2-1 victory.
With this latest achievement, Ronaldo extends his lead over his closest rival, Lionel Messi, who has scored 842 official goals. The legendary Brazilian forward Pelé is in third place with 765 goals. Ronaldo had previously made headlines when he was the first to surpass the 800-goal mark in late 2021 while playing for Manchester United.
In addition to his impressive club record, Ronaldo also holds the record for the most international goals, with 131 goals in 209 appearances for the Portuguese national team. Messi ranks second in international goals with 109, along with Iran's Ali Daei. Ronaldo's relentless pursuit of excellence and ability to break records continues to solidify his status as one of the greatest footballers in history. As he approaches the twilight of his career, fans around the world celebrate his remarkable achievements and contributions to the sport.
