Cristiano Ronaldo notched his 900th career goal last night against Croatia – a typically cool finish on the volley after a clever piece of movement saw Nuno Mendes find him with a pinpoint cross
This staggering achievement once again solidifies CR7’s reputation as an all-time great – to many he is the second greatest footballer of all time behind career rival Lionel Messi. We thought that it would be appropriate to take this opportunity to highlight Ronaldo’s 100th, 200th 300th… all the way through to his 900th goal – giving you the chance to see how he’s developed as a player over the last two decades.
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- 1st Goal:
Cristiano Ronaldo’s first career goal was a stark reminder of the inimitable quality that he possessed as a young player – breaking from near halfway for Sporting Lisbon, tearing through the opposition defence and planting the ball past the goalkeeper.
- 100th Goal:
On January 27, 2008, Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 100th career goal while playing for Manchester United in an FA Cup tie against Tottenham Hotspur. With the score tied in the second half, Ronaldo struck a low shot from the edge of the box to give United the lead. His goal shifted the momentum, and United went on to win 3-1, securing their place in the next round.
- 200th Goal:
Ronaldo’s 200th career goal came on 2010/11, in a La Liga match for Real Madrid against Valencia . In the first half, he collected the ball from assist king Mesut Ozil on the left side of the box and fired a pinpoint left footed finish into the net.
- 300th Goal:
Ronaldo’s 200th goal was in the 2011/12 season and came against Granada from the penalty spot – a position that, until recently, Ronaldo seemed destined to find the back every single time he stepped up. This was one of 46 league goals that season for the Portuguese icon.
- 400th Goal:
Ronaldo’s 400th career goal came In the 2013/14 season against Celta Vigo – the first season of the iconic Bale – Benzema – Cristiano (BBC) partnership. Ronaldo smartly turned in the Welshman’s cross from close range in a season where Real Madrid would finally lay claim on the UEFA Champions League after a 12 year drought.
- 500th Goal:
On September 30, 2015, Ronaldo scored his 500th career goal during a Champions League group stage match against Malmö FF. He found the net with a close-range finish after a fast counter-attack and later added a second goal. His brace ensured a 2-0 win for Real Madrid, a vital result in their European campaign.
- 600th Goal:
Ronaldo’s 600th goal came on June 3, 2017, during the Champions League Final against Juventus. He scored the opening goal with a composed finish from inside the box, giving Real Madrid the lead. He added another later in the match, contributing to Madrid’s 4-1 win. His goals were pivotal in helping the club secure their 12th Champions League title.
- 700th Goal:
On October 14, 2019, Ronaldo reached 700 career goals while playing for Portugal in a Euro 2020 qualifier against Ukraine. He converted a penalty to pull one back for Portugal in a game they eventually lost 2-1. Although it wasn’t enough to change the result, the goal was a significant personal milestone in his international career.
- 800th Goal:
Ronaldo scored his 800th career goal on December 2, 2021, during a Premier League match for Manchester United against Arsenal. He volleyed home from close range to give United the lead in a tense game, and later scored a penalty to make it 3-2. His goals proved decisive in securing the win for United, reaffirming his ability to deliver in crucial moments.
- 900th Goal:
Ronaldo’s 900th and most recent goal was a classic Ronaldo finish, lurking on the last line of defence before meeting Nuno Mendes’ cross with a decisive right foot volley. At 39 years old, he still defies logic with his output and will no doubt have his eyes on goal number 1000!
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by Emmanuel lukar
I’m so happy today