LunagisthubCristiano Ronaldo: The Unstoppable Goal Machine Closing in on 1,000 Career Goals
Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo continues to defy age and expectations, inching closer to the unprecedented milestone of 1,000 career goals. With a staggering 948 goals across club and international competitions, Ronaldo is rewriting the record books.
Ronaldo’s recent brace against Hungary in the World Cup qualifiers not only brought his team to the brink of World Cup qualification but also cemented his position as the all-time leading scorer in World Cup qualifying history. He surpassed Carlos Ruiz’s record of 39 goals, with Lionel Messi trailing behind in third place with 36 goals.
At 40 years old, Ronaldo shows no signs of slowing down. He has averaged over 50 goals per calendar year since 2010 and has already scored 32 goals for club and country in 2025. His impressive form suggests that he will reach the 1,000-goal mark in October 2026, based on his current scoring rate
Ronaldo’s goal-scoring prowess has earned him numerous accolades, including five Ballon d’Or awards. With 805 goals at the club level and 143 for Portugal, he continues to inspire a new generation of footballers. Will he reach 1,000 goals before hanging up his boots? Only time will tell .
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