Cristiano Ronaldo ‘Hungry for More’ After Scoring 950th Career Goal in Al-Nassr Win

Portugal superstar fires warning after Al-Nassr victory over Al-Hazm

Cristiano Ronaldo’s legend continues to grow. Even at 40 years old, the Portuguese icon shows no signs of slowing down. On Saturday night, the Al-Nassr captain struck his 950th career goal in a 2-0 win over Al-Hazm — and followed it with a message that perfectly summed up his enduring hunger: “Always hungry for more.”

The goal came in typical Ronaldo fashion — clinical, precise, and unrelenting. His strike sealed another three points for Jorge Jesus’ side, who remain flawless at the top of the Saudi Pro League table. It was his sixth goal in as many matches this season, helping Al-Nassr to a perfect start with 18 points from six games.

As the final whistle blew at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Buraidah, Ronaldo wasn’t just celebrating another win. He was celebrating another milestone in a career already filled with records that may never be touched.

On social media, he summed it up simply: “Happy to help the team win and to hit 950 goals! Always hungry for more!”

And that message — equal parts humble and defiant — sent a warning to anyone who thinks the world’s most decorated goalscorer might be nearing his end.

Closing in on 1,000: Ronaldo’s pursuit of football immortality

When Ronaldo left Europe for Saudi Arabia in late 2022, many assumed his story was winding down. Yet three years later, he continues to defy age, time, and expectation. Now, the Portuguese superstar is eyeing a number that once seemed impossible: 1,000 career goals.

To put his current tally into perspective — 950 goals scored across club and country — no player in history has come close to such consistency for so long. His total spans spells with Sporting CP, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus, Al-Nassr, and the Portugal national team. Every step of the way, Ronaldo has reinvented himself to keep his body and game sharp.

In Saudi Arabia, he’s done it again. What was once a question of “how much longer can he go?” has become “how far will he go?”

Ronaldo’s leadership continues to inspire Al-Nassr, who have now built a commanding lead at the summit of the Saudi Pro League — three points clear of Al-Taawoun and eight ahead of defending champions Al-Ittihad. And if his start to the 2025-26 campaign is anything to go by, the 1,000-goal milestone is no longer a dream. It’s an inevitability.

Defying time — and his family’s advice

While his drive is unquestionable, Ronaldo recently revealed that not everyone in his circle shares his hunger to continue. Speaking at the Portugal Football Globe Awards earlier this month — where he received the inaugural Prestige Award — the five-time Ballon d’Or winner admitted his family has been gently encouraging him to retire.

“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 said with a smile. “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?”

It was classic Ronaldo: self-aware, yet determined to prove he can still compete at the highest level.

“I know I don’t have many more years,” he continued, “but I try to enjoy the few I have to the fullest. If it were 20 years ago, I would say I wanted to eat the world. Now I think differently — I make short-term plans, live day by day, and that gives me more energy and will to live.”

That philosophical shift has perhaps been the secret behind his longevity. He trains as hard as ever, keeps his body in elite condition, and plays every match with the same burning desire that made him a global phenomenon two decades ago.

A leader at Al-Nassr and beyond

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Ronaldo’s impact on Al-Nassr extends far beyond goals. He’s become the team’s emotional core — a mentor to younger teammates and a relentless competitor who demands excellence. Under Jorge Jesus, Al-Nassr have become a well-oiled, attack-minded machine, built around Ronaldo’s finishing and experience.

Alongside compatriot João Félix, who also scored in the win over Al-Hazm, Ronaldo is part of a Portuguese-driven revolution in Saudi football. His connection with Félix has flourished, combining the veteran’s ruthless precision with the younger forward’s flair and movement.

That chemistry has been crucial in helping Al-Nassr maintain their perfect record, and it’s no coincidence that the team’s rise mirrors Ronaldo’s form. Every time he steps on the pitch, he seems to add another layer to his already monumental career.

Eyeing Benzema and the King Cup challenge

Ronaldo’s next test comes quickly — a mouthwatering showdown with former Real Madrid teammate Karim Benzema as Al-Nassr face Al-Ittihad in the King Cup of Champions last 16 on Tuesday.

It’s a reunion that will capture global attention: two Ballon d’Or winners, two icons of the modern game, now facing each other on Saudi soil. For Ronaldo, it’s another chance to move closer to his 1,000-goal dream — and another opportunity to lead his side toward silverware.

Al-Nassr’s fixture list doesn’t get any lighter. After the cup tie, they’ll meet Al-Fayha in the league, before welcoming Indian club Goa in the AFC Cup on 5 November. They’ll then travel to Neom for a tricky away match before the international break begins.

Still leading Portugal’s charge toward the 2026 World Cup

Once his club duties pause, Ronaldo’s attention will return to international football — and the small matter of helping Portugal qualify for the 2026 World Cup.

Roberto Martínez’s men currently top Group F with 10 points, ahead of Hungary and Armenia, and are on the verge of sealing their spot at next summer’s tournament in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

Portugal’s final two qualifiers, against the Republic of Ireland on 13 November and Armenia on 16 November, could confirm their place. Ronaldo, who scored twice in the recent 2-2 draw with Hungary, will again be the focal point as the Selecão look to wrap up qualification in style.

Even at 40, Ronaldo remains indispensable for his country — not just as a goalscorer, but as a symbol of excellence. His influence in the dressing room, his professionalism, and his sheer will to win continue to set the tone for the next generation of Portuguese stars.

The final chapters of a remarkable story

Cristiano Ronaldo’s pursuit of perfection has defined his entire career. Every record he breaks, every goal he scores, only strengthens his argument as one of football’s greatest ever players.

Now, as he stands just 50 goals shy of an almost mythical 1,000-goal mark, he’s showing that hunger, drive, and ambition don’t fade with age — if anything, they grow stronger.

Whether in Riyadh or Lisbon, the world will keep watching as Ronaldo writes the final — and perhaps most astonishing — chapters of his story.

Because if there’s one thing the football world has learned by now, it’s this: never doubt Cristiano Ronaldo’s hunger for more.