New Delhi: Cristiano Ronaldo moved closer to his dream of scoring 1,000 career goals after netting his 920th in Al Nassr’s 3-1 win against Al Fateh in the Saudi Pro League. The Portuguese star’s goal came in the 87th minute, courtesy of a Sadio Mane assist, sealing a vital win for his team. Yet, the night wasn’t without controversy, as one of Ronaldo’s earlier efforts was disallowed by VAR, leaving the striker visibly frustrated.
Ronaldo’s reaction to the decision caught attention when he said, “Always against me, always cancelling my goals.” Despite the setback, his joy in celebrating his goal was evident, reinforcing his focus on reaching the historic 1,000-goal milestone.
Cristiano Ronaldo scores but VAR controversy sparks outrage
Cristiano Ronaldo just scored his 920th career goal 📈 pic.twitter.com/6S7y5qGW7T
— Rey (@ReyLaMadrid) January 26, 2025
Ronaldo’s 14th league goal this season showcased his unmatched consistency, even at 39. However, his path to 1,000 goals isn’t just about individual brilliance. His current form has been pivotal for Al Nassr, who reclaimed third place in the league and remain in the hunt for an Asian Champions League spot. With 10 goals in his last eight games, Ronaldo’s scoring spree highlights why he remains one of football’s most prolific forwards.
Yet, the disallowed goal left him with a sense of what might have been. A narrow-angle finish in the dying minutes was ruled out after VAR review, denying him a potential brace. Ronaldo’s candid comments about the decision didn’t overshadow his focus on team success, as he reiterated his aim to contribute more to Al Nassr’s victories.
🚨|🎙️Cristiano Ronaldo :
“Always against me, Always cancel my goals!!”pic.twitter.com/sJV6NHKTO2
— CristianoXtra (@CristianoXtra_) January 26, 2025
Looking ahead, Ronaldo aims to push his tally to 1,000 goals, a feat he predicts could happen around the age of 41. “I want that,” Ronaldo said in an earlier interview, underscoring his hunger to keep rewriting history. Al Nassr fans will now look forward to their next match, as Ronaldo targets more goals to edge closer to his ultimate mark.
Cristiano Ronaldo edges closer to 1,000 career goals after netting against Al Fateh. Despite his 920th strike, VAR denied him another, prompting the star to declare: “Always against me.” Football Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
