Cristiano Ronaldo reaches 935 career goals with strike against Al-Khaleej

On 21 May 2025, Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 935th career goal in Al-Nassr 's 2–0 win over Al-Khaleej in the Saudi Pro League to further extend his legendary status, a stoppage-time penalty from the icon helped Al-Nassr to the three points, bringing the Portuguese star even closer to his career milestone of 1,000 career strikes while simultaneously reinforcing his status as the greatest goalscorer in football history.
Al-Nassr dominate as Cristiano Ronaldo scores lateFor all their attacking threat, Al-Nassr were pushed hard by a stubborn Al-Khaleej outfit but were in control for much of the match. The first half ended without any goals, but it was Colombian forward Jhon Durán who broke the deadlock in the 75th minute, calmly finishing inside the area to give the home side a well-deserved lead.

The visitors did everything they could to earn an equalizer, which allowed for space on the counter for Al-Nassr. Then, in the dying seconds of the game, Cristiano Ronaldo was badly tackled inside the box, winning a penalty. Stepping up, the 40-year-old slotted home obliquely in the 97th minute, securing his 935th career goal and sealing the outcome.

His last goal 👇pic.twitter.com/vBCSPrErx1

— BeFootBe (@befootbe) May 21, 2025

Ronaldo's 98th goal in 110 appearances in the Saudi Pro League keeps him among the top scorers in the league. His role remains crucial for Al-Nassr as they push for a strong end to their domestic season.
Eyes on history as Cristiano Ronaldo nears 1,000-goal markCristiano Ronaldo's goal record rises to 935, and he is now just 65 goals from the elusive 1,000-goal club — a milestone no player in the modern era has ever achieved. With the sun setting on his career, Ronaldo nevertheless continues to be pivotal to the Al-Nassr frontline.

The Saudi club's contract reportedly runs to the end of June 2025, with the possibility of a one-year extension or a final transfer — but nothing has yet been made official. But what is certain is that Ronaldo's desire for goals and trophies still burns bright.

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Cristiano Ronaldo will again be in the spotlight when Al-Nassr round off their season with a trip to face Al-Fateh on May 26. With every game he plays, he inches closer to an unparalleled legacy, which will be completed with the greatest all-time feat in football.