Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 980th career goal on Oct. 9, 2026, turning out for Al Nassr against Al Diriyah in the Saudi Pro League. The milestone strike came as a significant marker for the Portuguese forward.

It was his return to club action after recent issues with Portugal's national team setup. The win over Diriyah gave the club a much-needed lift heading further into the season.

Al Nassr's starting lineup also included several Gulf Cup 27 winners for the Diriyah derby. The combination of talent has made Al Nassr a strong contender in the Saudi Pro League this season.

The goal nudges him further along to whatever record he is chasing in the Saudi Pro League. At this point in his playing days, each additional goal sparks renewed discussion around how far he can go.