Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 900th career goal and his hugely emotional celebration sums up his incredible feat.
In Portugal’s UEFA Nations League match against Croatia on Thursday, Cristiano Ronaldo extended their lead with a goal, marking his 900th career goal. Nuno Mendes set up the 39-year-old, who scored decisively from close range. Overwhelmed by the moment, Ronaldo fell to his knees and buried his head in his hands. Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes playfully kicked him, while Pedro Neto offered congratulations. Diogo Dalot embraced Ronaldo, who eventually stood up to celebrate with his teammates, including Manchester City’s Bernardo Silva and Ruben Dias.
Cristiano Ronaldo broke down in tears after scoring his 900th career goal in Portugal’s UEFA Nations League match against Croatia on Thursday. Ronaldo extended Portugal’s lead with a decisive close-range shot from a pass by Nuno Mendes. Overwhelmed by the significance of the moment, he collapsed to his knees, burying his head in his hands. Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes playfully kicked him, while Pedro Neto offered congratulations and Diogo Dalot embraced him. Ronaldo then celebrated with his teammates, including Manchester City’s Bernardo Silva and Ruben Dias. Real Madrid praised Ronaldo on social media, acknowledging his remarkable milestone and expressing pride in their former star. Ronaldo, who has scored 131 goals for Portugal, aims to reach 1,000 career goals, emphasizing his desire to achieve this milestone if he remains injury-free.
