Cristiano Ronaldo 1,000 Goals Tracker: 15 Goals to Go

Cristiano Ronaldo is closing in on one of the most extraordinary milestones in football history: 1,000 official career goals. The Portugal captain has already achieved remarkable individual records throughout his career, but reaching four figures in competitive matches would represent another historic moment in the sport.

With 985 goals in 1,343 appearances, Ronaldo is now just 15 strikes away from the landmark, according to the latest tally provided in this tracker. His remarkable scoring record has been built across several of Europe’s biggest clubs, his current spell with Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr and an outstanding international career with Portugal.

The 40-year-old moved closer to the milestone after scoring a second-half hat-trick in Al Nassr’s 5-3 victory over Al Kholood on October 29, 2026. The performance took his career total to 985 goals and marked another significant achievement in his pursuit of the 1,000-goal target.

Ronaldo’s pursuit has attracted global attention because officially reaching 1,000 goals in competitive football would place him in an exclusive position in the history of the men’s game. Although legendary players such as Pelé and Romário have previously claimed to reach similar totals when including friendly matches, Ronaldo is chasing the milestone through officially recognised competitive goals.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Career Goal Record

Ronaldo’s latest numbers underline the consistency he has maintained across more than two decades at the highest level. His ability to score in different leagues, competitions and international tournaments has allowed him to build a record that continues to grow.

• Games played: 1,343
• Total career goals: 985
• Goals per game: 0.73
• Goals needed for 1,000: 15
• Men’s international goals: 143
• International appearances: 225

Ronaldo is already the leading men’s international goalscorer, having scored 143 goals in 225 appearances for Portugal. The remainder of his career total has come through club football, representing Sporting CP, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus and Al Nassr.

His career has included domestic league titles, European trophies and individual awards. However, the opportunity to reach 1,000 official goals remains a unique personal target that could add another defining achievement to his legacy.

Goal No. 983, 984 and 985 | October 29: Al Nassr 5-3 Al Kholood

Ronaldo delivered another outstanding performance by scoring a second-half hat-trick in Al Nassr’s 5-3 victory over Al Kholood. The Portuguese forward had already found the net twice in the first half, but both efforts were ruled out for offside.

He eventually broke through in the 66th minute, scoring after receiving a pass from João Félix. Ronaldo then doubled his personal tally six minutes later with a header, again benefiting from Félix’s contribution.

The veteran striker completed his hat-trick in the 81st minute after finishing a cutback from Sadio Mané. The three goals took his career total to 985 and moved him within 15 strikes of the historic 1,000-goal milestone.

The performance also represented Ronaldo’s seventh hat-trick for Al Nassr and the 67th of his career. At 40, he continues to demonstrate his ability to influence matches through movement, positioning and finishing.

Goal No. 982 | October 23: Al Faisaly 1-3 Al Nassr

Ronaldo scored in Al Nassr’s 3-1 victory over Al Faisaly, although there was initially uncertainty about whether he would receive credit for the goal.

The Portugal international connected with a glancing header from João Félix’s free kick in the 49th minute. The ball then deflected into the net off Al Faisaly defender Andrei Girotto, creating uncertainty about whether Ronaldo had made sufficient contact for the goal to be awarded to him.

The Saudi Pro League credited Ronaldo with the strike, while ESPN’s statistics provider Opta initially classified it as an own goal. After reviewing the incident, Opta changed its decision and awarded the goal to the Portuguese forward.

The confirmation meant Ronaldo moved to 982 career goals, keeping him on course for the 1,000-goal target.

Goal No. 981 | October 12: Al Nassr 3-1 Neftchi Fargona

Ronaldo continued his march towards 1,000 goals by scoring Al Nassr’s second goal in a 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan’s Neftchi Fargona.

The result was important for the Saudi club as they secured their first victory in the AFC Champions League Elite West Region league stage. Ronaldo’s contribution provided another step towards the historic individual milestone while helping his team collect a valuable result in continental competition.

Goal No. 980 | October 9: Al Nassr 3-0 Al Diriyah

Ronaldo returned to Saudi Arabia and immediately made an impact by scoring in Al Nassr’s 3-0 victory over Al Diriyah. His goal came after he reacted quickly to a rebound from Kingsley Coman’s effort.

The strike took his career tally to 980, leaving him 20 goals short of the landmark. It also came after a turbulent period involving his Portugal commitments and reports of disagreements with coach Jorge Jesus.

Ronaldo had joined and subsequently left the Portugal camp during that period. His return to club football offered an opportunity to refocus on Al Nassr and continue his pursuit of the record.

The goal also raised questions about whether he could complete the remaining part of his journey to 1,000 primarily through club football if his international future became uncertain.

Goal No. 979 | September 9: Al Nassr 2-1 Abha

After failing to score in Al Nassr’s previous match, a 2-1 defeat against Al Ittihad, Ronaldo returned to the scoresheet against Abha.

He scored the opening goal of the contest to help his side secure a 2-1 victory. The strike moved him to 979 career goals, leaving him just 21 away from reaching four figures.

Goal No. 978 | August 28: Al Nassr 2-1 Al Taawoun

Ronaldo scored Al Nassr’s second goal in a 2-1 victory over Al Taawoun, continuing the club’s strong start to the campaign.

His finish helped secure another important result as Al Nassr maintained an unbeaten record with four wins from their opening four matches. The goal also reduced the distance between Ronaldo and the 1,000-goal milestone to 22.

Goal No. 977 | August 21: Al Riyadh 0-4 Al Nassr

Ronaldo returned to action after more than a month away from competitive football and made an immediate impact against Al Riyadh.

Coming off the bench, he scored after 20 minutes to help Al Nassr complete a comfortable 4-0 victory. His goal took his career tally to 977 and provided a positive return following his absence from the team.

Goal No. 976 | July 2: Portugal 2-1 Croatia

Ronaldo scored Portugal’s opening goal from the penalty spot in a dramatic 2-1 victory over Croatia in the round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The strike was particularly significant because it marked his first-ever goal in a World Cup knockout-stage match. Despite having competed in several editions of the tournament, the Portugal captain had previously been unable to score in the knockout rounds.

Converting the penalty gave Portugal an important goal in the contest and added another historic achievement to Ronaldo’s international career.

Goals No. 974 and 975 | June 23: Portugal 5-0 Uzbekistan

Ronaldo arrived at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with another major record in his sights. After Portugal’s frustrating goalless draw against Congo DR raised questions about the team’s attacking performance, the captain responded with two goals against Uzbekistan.

His first strike made him the first player to score in six different FIFA World Cup tournaments. The achievement underlined his extraordinary longevity at international level.

His second goal took his World Cup total to 10, moving him beyond Eusébio as Portugal’s leading goalscorer in the history of the tournament.

The brace brought Ronaldo’s career tally to 975 goals and demonstrated that he remained capable of delivering important performances on the biggest international stage.

Goals No. 972 and 973 | May 21: Al Nassr 4-1 Damac FC

Ronaldo scored twice in Al Nassr’s 4-1 victory over Damac FC, helping the club secure the Saudi Pro League title after a long wait.

His first goal came from a free kick taken from a tight angle, showcasing his ability to find the net from difficult positions. He then scored again from close range to complete Al Nassr’s fourth and final goal of the match.

The result marked a major achievement for Ronaldo, who had been waiting to win his first Saudi league title since moving to the country. The championship added another domestic honour to his career and took his overall goal tally to 973.

Goal No. 971 | May 7: Al Shabab 2-4 Al Nassr

Al Nassr produced an impressive 4-2 victory over Al Shabab, with João Félix taking much of the attention after scoring a hat-trick.

Ronaldo also contributed to the result by finding the net. His goal helped Al Nassr continue their push towards the Saudi Pro League title and took his career tally to 971.

Goal No. 970 | April 29: Al Nassr 2-0 Al Ahli

Ronaldo scored the opening goal in Al Nassr’s important 2-0 victory over Al Ahli, moving to within 30 strikes of the 1,000-goal milestone.

The result was significant for Al Nassr’s title ambitions, with the club strengthening its position in the Saudi Pro League standings. Ronaldo’s contribution once again demonstrated his importance during a crucial stage of the campaign.

Goal No. 969 | April 19: Al Wasl 0-4 Al Nassr

Ronaldo opened the scoring in Al Nassr’s 4-0 away victory over UAE side Al Wasl. The Portuguese forward continued his impressive scoring run, taking his career total to 969 goals.

The result also helped Al Nassr qualify for the AFC Champions League Two semi-finals. With 31 goals still required to reach 1,000, Ronaldo moved another step closer to his target.

Goal No. 968 | April 11: Al Nassr 2-0 Al Okhdood

Ronaldo found the net again as Al Nassr defeated Al Okhdood 2-0, strengthening their position at the top of the Saudi Pro League.

The victory extended Al Nassr’s league winning streak to a club-record 14 matches. They moved five points clear of second-placed Al Hilal with six games remaining, giving the team a significant advantage in the title race.

Goals No. 966 and 967 | April 3: Al Nassr 5-2 Al Najma

Ronaldo returned to action after more than a month away from club football and immediately made an impact with two goals against Al Najma.

The match was also his 100th appearance in the Saudi Pro League. He opened his account from the penalty spot before scoring again with a simple finish inside the penalty area.

His brace helped Al Nassr secure a 5-2 victory and moved his career total to 967 goals. The performance demonstrated his ability to return from an absence and quickly rediscover his scoring touch.

Goal No. 965 | February 25: Al Najma 0-5 Al Nassr

Al Nassr extended their winning streak to 11 matches with a convincing 5-0 victory over Al Najma. Ronaldo scored the opening goal from the penalty spot, taking his career tally to 965.

The Portuguese forward was now 35 goals away from reaching 1,000, with Al Nassr continuing to build momentum in the league.

Goals No. 963 and 964 | February 21: Al Nassr 4-0 Al Hazem

Ronaldo returned to the Al Nassr lineup after missing two league matches and an AFC competition fixture earlier in the month. Reports had suggested that his absence was connected to dissatisfaction with the club’s January transfer activity.

He made an immediate impact by scoring in the 13th minute. Kingsley Coman found him inside a crowded penalty area, where Ronaldo controlled the ball before producing a left-footed finish into the far corner.

The goal was initially checked for offside before being confirmed following a VAR review. It also represented Ronaldo’s 500th goal since turning 30.

He had another effort ruled out for offside shortly before half-time but eventually completed his brace with 10 minutes remaining. Ronaldo received a short pass from Coman inside the left side of the penalty area before drilling an angled shot into the net.

The two goals took him to 964 career strikes and helped Al Nassr secure a comfortable 4-0 victory.

Goal No. 962 | February 14: Al Fateh 0-2 Al Nassr

After missing Al Nassr’s previous two Saudi Pro League matches amid a short-lived dispute over the club’s transfer policy, Ronaldo returned with another important goal.

He needed only 18 minutes to open the scoring against Al Fateh, redirecting a low cross from Sadio Mané into the far corner.

The finish took his career tally to 962 and helped Al Nassr establish control of a match they eventually won 2-0.

Goal No. 961 | January 30: Al Kholood 0-3 Al Nassr

Ronaldo scored the opening goal in Al Nassr’s 3-0 victory over Al Kholood, continuing the team’s run of four consecutive wins.

The Portuguese forward combined effectively with João Félix before producing a composed finish inside the penalty area. The goal was his 17th of the season and moved his overall career total to 961.

Goal No. 960 | January 21: Damac FC 1-2 Al Nassr

Ronaldo scored the winning goal in Al Nassr’s 2-1 victory over Damac FC, reaching 960 career goals in the process.

His decisive finish came from a shot drilled into the bottom corner, securing another important result for the Saudi club. The milestone left him 40 goals away from reaching the historic 1,000 mark.

Goal No. 959 | January 12: Al Hilal 3-1 Al Nassr

Ronaldo found the net in a major Saudi Pro League meeting against Al Hilal, giving Al Nassr an important early contribution in the contest.

However, his goal was not enough to prevent defeat. Al Nassr were unable to close the gap on their rivals as Al Hilal scored three times in the second half to secure a 3-1 victory.

Goal No. 958 | January 8: Al Nassr 1-2 Al Qadsiah

Ronaldo began 2026 with a goal from the penalty spot against Al Qadsiah. Although Al Nassr eventually lost the match 2-1, the strike extended his remarkable scoring consistency across calendar years.

It was his first goal of 2026 and meant he had scored at least once in 24 consecutive calendar years, another notable achievement in a career defined by longevity.

Goal No. 957 | December 30: Al Ettifaq 2-2 Al Nassr

Ronaldo avoided ending 2025 without a goal by finding the net in Al Nassr’s 2-2 draw against Al Ettifaq.

The goal came with the help of a deflection involving his Portugal teammate João Félix. Al Nassr eventually secured a point, while Ronaldo took his career tally to 957.

Goals No. 955 and 956 | December 27: Al Nassr 3-0 Al Okhdood

Ronaldo scored twice in Al Nassr’s 3-0 victory over Al Okhdood, helping his side record a 10th consecutive win.

His first goal came after he found space inside the six-yard box and finished a flick-on from a corner at the far post. His positioning allowed him to open the scoring from close range.

The second strike demonstrated his timing once again. Ronaldo guided a low cross from the right into the net, doubling his side’s advantage and taking his career total to 956.

Goal No. 954 | November 23: Al Nassr 4-1 Al Khaleej

Ronaldo produced one of the most spectacular finishes of his scoring career in Al Nassr’s 4-1 victory over Al Khaleej.

The 40-year-old connected with a floated cross from the right flank and produced an outstanding right-footed bicycle kick into the top corner. The finish was particularly memorable because it came as the final action of the match.

The spectacular goal took Ronaldo to 954 career strikes and provided another reminder of his technical ability and athletic qualities.

Goal No. 953 | November 8: Neom SC 1-3 Al Nassr

Ronaldo scored from the penalty spot in the 65th minute of Al Nassr’s 3-1 victory over Neom SC.

He used his familiar stutter-step approach, waited for the goalkeeper to move and calmly sent the ball into the opposite side of the net.

The goal took his career total to 953. It also brought him to 100 goal involvements in the Saudi Pro League across 85 appearances, according to the supplied statistics.

Goals No. 951 and 952 | November 1: Al Nassr 2-1 Al Fayha

Ronaldo scored twice as Al Nassr recovered from an early setback to defeat Al Fayha 2-1.

After falling behind, the Portuguese forward connected with a through-ball from Kingsley Coman and equalised in the 37th minute. He then converted a penalty to complete the comeback and secure all three points.

The result maintained Al Nassr’s perfect start to the Saudi Pro League season, with seven victories from seven matches at that stage. Ronaldo’s brace moved his career total to 952 goals.

Goal No. 950 | October 24: Al Hazem 0-2 Al Nassr

Ronaldo reached the 950-goal milestone in Al Nassr’s 2-0 victory over Al Hazem, creating another major moment in his pursuit of football history.

Working alongside compatriot João Félix, the forward received an excellent pass from teammate Wesley before finishing inside the penalty area.

The strike made him one of the few players to reach such an extraordinary scoring total and left him with 50 more goals required to reach 1,000.

How Close Is Cristiano Ronaldo to 1,000 Career Goals?

Following his hat-trick against Al Kholood on October 29, Ronaldo has reached 985 official career goals, according to the tracker. He now needs just 15 more strikes to achieve the four-digit milestone.

His scoring record includes goals for five clubs and Portugal, with his international tally already making him the leading men’s goalscorer at national-team level.

The remaining challenge will depend on his continued fitness, selection and ability to maintain his scoring form for Al Nassr and Portugal. There is no confirmed date for when he will reach the milestone, but his latest hat-trick has brought the target closer than ever.

Ronaldo’s journey to 1,000 goals is not simply about adding another number to an extraordinary statistics sheet. It represents decades of consistency, adaptation and elite-level performance across different leagues and competitions.

With 15 goals remaining, the football world will continue watching every appearance, every finish and every opportunity as Cristiano Ronaldo approaches a milestone that could define an entirely new chapter in the history of the game.