Cristiano Ronaldo Now Eyes 1,000 Career Goals by 2027

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At 40 years old, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to prove that age is just a number. Instead of slowing down, the football icon is still scoring goals, breaking records, and inspiring millions across the world. His eyes are now fixed on one of the most unbelievable targets in football history — scoring 1,000 career goals before his contract with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr ends in 2027.

A Lifetime of Goals

Cristiano Ronaldo is already one of the most successful and respected players in the history of football. According to official statistics, Ronaldo has now scored 923 career goals. That means he is just 77 goals away from the magical number: 1,000 goals. This dream, though big, doesn’t seem too far for a player like him, especially when you look at how dedicated and passionate he is — even at the age of 40.

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Ronaldo didn’t just score in his youth and then slow down with time. In fact, he scored more goals in his thirties (460) than he did in his twenties (440). That alone tells you how serious he is about his game. He didn’t stop working hard, and he didn’t stop scoring, even as he got older. Instead, he became smarter, sharper, and even more dangerous in front of goal.

Ronaldo at Al-Nassr: Still on Fire

Since joining Saudi club Al-Nassr, Ronaldo has scored an astonishing 93 goals in just 105 games. That is an incredible number for any player, but especially for someone at 40 years of age. His performance isn’t slowing down — if anything, he’s getting better.

Every goal he scores looks like a message to the world: "I’m not done yet." Every match he plays looks like a statement: "I still have more to give." And every training session seems to be part of a larger plan — a mission to reach 1,000 goals and leave behind a record that will be almost impossible to match.

A Life Built Around Goals

According to Al-Nassr manager Stefano Pioli, Ronaldo is not just passionate about football — he is "obsessed with playing and scoring." For Cristiano, football is not just a sport. It’s a way of life. Every decision he makes, every choice he takes, is focused on helping him become better.

Cristiano’s daily life is organized in a very disciplined and scientific way. Here’s a glimpse into his routine:

• Six specially monitored meals a day

• Cryotherapy sessions to help his muscles recover faster

• Holographic sleep environment to ensure perfect rest

• Regular biometric monitoring to track his health

• Even his grooming habits are managed for psychological advantage

He follows this plan not just to maintain his body, but to give himself an edge — mentally and physically. His lifestyle is not just about fitness, it’s about performance, purpose, and pushing limits.

Birthday Goals and New Ambitions

Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated his 40th birthday in February 2025 in style. He scored two goals (a brace) in a game against Al-Wasl in the Asian Champions League. That match wasn’t just a celebration of his age, but a reminder of what he can still do on the field.

That game was also his last match as a 39-year-old, and he didn’t stop there. Ronaldo ended his 30s with a total of 50 goals in all competitions in his final year of the decade. In total, his 30s brought him 460 goals — which is more than he scored in his entire 20s (440 goals).

More Than a Milestone: A Dream of Legacy

Reaching 1,000 career goals is not just a number for Cristiano Ronaldo. It’s a dream that stands for everything he has worked for — every practice session, every moment of pain, every step of growth.

But even beyond the numbers, Ronaldo still has big dreams. He wants to represent Portugal in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and he even dreams of sharing the field with his son, Cristiano Jr., someday.

That kind of motivation is rare. As Pioli put it, “he lives day by day prepared… he’s obsessed with playing and scoring goals.” But this isn’t selfishness or ego. It’s about discipline. It’s about intention. Ronaldo is setting an example for younger generations — not just in football, but in life.

A Footballer Unlike Any Other

There have been great footballers in history — from Pele to Maradona to Messi. But Ronaldo is creating his own path. He is setting standards for how far a person can go when they combine talent, hard work, science, and sheer willpower.

At 40 years old, he’s not winding down. He’s still writing new chapters in the history of football — chapters that no one before him has dared to even dream about.

Every goal he scores feels like more than just a number. It feels like a victory over time itself. A victory over the belief that age limits what someone can achieve.

What the Future Holds

If Ronaldo continues his current form, scoring 77 more goals before 2027 is absolutely possible. With two full seasons ahead at Al-Nassr and possible appearances for Portugal, the 1,000-goal mark may very well become a reality.

Even if he doesn’t reach the number, what he’s already accomplished is nothing short of amazing. He has shown that age cannot stop a strong heart, a focused mind, and a determined spirit.

Cristiano Ronaldo is not just chasing records — he’s building a legacy. One goal at a time.