Cristiano Ronaldo reaches 978 career goals as Al Nassr stay perfect in Saudi League
Cristiano Ronaldo scored the winner as Al Nassr came from behind to beat Al Taawon 2-1 in the fourth round of the Saudi Pro League. The Portuguese forward now has 978 career goals and his team remains top with four wins from four matches. Samu Costa had equalised in first-half stoppage time.
ByInfoBlaugrana
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Cristiano Ronaldo once again made the difference. The Portuguese star scored the goal that completed Al Nassr's comeback against Al Taawon and kept his team's perfect record alive in the fourth round of the Saudi Pro League. With his latest strike, the forward now has 978 career goals and the Riyadh side remain firmly at the top of the table.
- Cristiano Ronaldo scored the decisive 2-1 goal five minutes into the second half.
- Al Nassr have won all four matches this season and stay top of the league.
- Samu Costa equalised in first-half stoppage time after an assist from Sadio Mané.
- Al Taawon took the lead through Bassam Al Hurayji in the 11th minute.
- Cristiano was replaced by Abdullah Al Hamdan in the 80th minute.
How Al Nassr came from behind to beat Al Taawon
The match did not start well for the league leaders. Al Taawon, still without a win this season, struck first through Bassam Al Hurayji after just eleven minutes. The reaction from Ange Postecoglou's side arrived right before half-time, when Samu Costa beat the goalkeeper following a pass from Sadio Mané to make it 1-1 in first-half stoppage time.
Cristiano Ronaldo's 978th career goal
Early in the second half, Al Nassr completed the turnaround through their biggest star. Mohamed Simakan fired a shot inside the box and Cristiano Ronaldo, alert in front of goal, redirected the ball into the net to make it 2-1. That goal is number 978 in the Portuguese forward's professional career, a figure that further cements his status as one of the greatest scorers in football history.
The Portuguese played 80 minutes before being replaced by Abdullah Al Hamdan. His contribution was once again decisive as Al Nassr protected their flawless record: four games, four wins.
Al Nassr lead the Saudi Pro League with a perfect record
The win against Al Taawon keeps Al Nassr in first place in the Saudi Pro League. The Riyadh club are the only team to have won every match so far this season and are already starting to open a gap over their direct rivals.
What is at stake for Al Taawon after four games without a win
The situation is very different for Al Taawon. With two draws and two defeats, the club currently sits in the position that marks the relegation safety line. They need to react quickly to avoid being dragged into the lower part of the table in the coming weeks.
What comes next for Al Nassr and Cristiano Ronaldo
Al Nassr will look to extend their winning streak in the next round of the Saudi championship, where they will aim to defend their lead. Cristiano Ronaldo, meanwhile, continues his push toward another personal milestone: 1,000 official goals as a professional.
Frequently asked questions about Cristiano Ronaldo's record
Frequently asked questions
How many goals has Cristiano Ronaldo scored in his career?
Cristiano Ronaldo has scored 978 official career goals after his strike against Al Taawon. The Portuguese is still adding to his historic tally with Al Nassr and the Portugal national team.
Who did Cristiano Ronaldo score his 978th goal against?
Cristiano Ronaldo's 978th goal came in the Saudi Pro League match between Al Nassr and Al Taawon. He redirected a shot from Mohamed Simakan from close range to score the final 2-1 winner.
How are Al Nassr doing in the Saudi Pro League?
Al Nassr lead the Saudi Pro League with a perfect record. They have won all four matches they have played so far this season.