The Count is 956! Cristiano Ronaldo’s Brace vs Al Akhdoud Puts the "1,000 Goals" Dream on Autopilot
Cristiano Ronaldo is defying time once again. Following a clinical first-half brace in Al-Nassr’s dominant 3-0 victory over Al Akhdoud, the Portuguese icon has reached 956 career goals. As Al-Nassr secures a record-breaking 10th consecutive win, the football world is asking one question: how long until CR7 hits the magic 1,000?
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12/27/20252 min read
The Saudi Pro League witnessed history on Saturday night, December 27, 2025, as Al-Nassr continued their flawless march toward the title. While the 3-0 scoreline against Al Akhdoud was impressive, the night belonged to one man: Cristiano Ronaldo.
With two goals in the first half, Ronaldo didn't just secure three points for his team—he reignited the global countdown to a milestone no male footballer has ever reached in professional history.
The 956 Milestone: Closer to 1,000
Every time Ronaldo steps onto the pitch at 40 years old, he isn't just playing a match; he is rewriting the record books. His two goals last night took his senior career total to 956.
· The Opener (31'): Ronaldo broke the deadlock with a trademark clinical finish, tapping in after a João Félix corner was flicked on by Angelo Gomes.
· The Double (45+3'): Just before the halftime whistle, Marcelo Brozovic delivered a pinpoint cross that Ronaldo finished with the composure of a man who has done this nearly a thousand times before.
He was even denied a hat-trick by a razor-thin VAR offside call in the 66th minute, proving that his hunger for goals remains as sharp as ever.
10 Wins in 10 Matches: Al-Nassr’s Perfect Season
Beyond the individual brilliance of Ronaldo, Al-Nassr has set a new Saudi Pro League record. By defeating Al Akhdoud, they have maintained a 100% win record—10 wins from their first 10 games of the 2025-26 season.
Under the tactical guidance of manager Jorge Jesus, the "Knights of Najd" now sit four points clear at the top of the table. The addition of João Félix, who scored the third goal in stoppage time, has created a "Portuguese Connection" that has become the most feared attacking duo in the league. Both Ronaldo and Félix now lead the scoring charts with 12 goals each.
Why Ronaldo Won’t Stop
The "956" number is significant because it leaves Ronaldo just 44 goals away from 1,000. With his current scoring rate of nearly 1.2 goals per game for Al-Nassr, and with the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon, the legendary 1,000-goal mark is no longer a "maybe"—it’s a "when."
Fans are flocking to social media to track the progress, making #Ronaldo1000 one of the most used hashtags of the year. Whether you are a fan of the Bianconeri, the Red Devils, or Al-Nassr, watching this journey is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for football purists.
What’s Next for Al-Nassr?
The league leaders will look to extend their perfect streak on December 30 in their final match of 2025 against Al Ettifaq. If Ronaldo continues this form, 2026 could be the year he finally reaches the summit of the football world's most exclusive club.