Cristiano Ronaldo hits 961st career goal milestone

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Cristiano Ronaldo

By Seyi Babalola

Cristiano Ronaldo, Al Nassr’s captain, scored his 961st career goal as they defeated Al Kholood 3-0 on Friday.

The Saudi Pro League MatchDay 18 match was held at the King Abdullah Sport City Stadium in Buraydah.

Ronaldo scored his 17th goal for the team this season.

The 40-year-old is level with Al Qadsiah’s Julian Quinones, who scored against Al Hilal on Thursday.

Ronaldo is now 39 goals away from the 1,000 milestone he is eyeing.

The Portugal captain has won the Saudi Pro League Golden Boot in two consecutive seasons.

Al Nassr currently sit third in the table, with 40 points, six behind Al Hilal.

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