Cristiano Ronaldo scores 980th career goal for Al Nassr
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 8:59 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 980th career goal during his first appearance for Al Nassr following a departure from Portugal's camp. The match took place on October 9, 2026, amid a supportive atmosphere from Al Nassr fans. Last week, Ronaldo left the Portugal camp before their schedule. His scoring marks a significant moment as he continues his career in Saudi Arabia.
- •Ronaldo scored during his first match for Al Nassr.
- •He departed from Portugal's camp prior to the match.
- •The goal is his 980th career milestone.
- •The match took place on October 9, 2026.
- •Al Nassr fans showed strong support during the game.
- 9:22 PMESPN Soccer — Ronaldo scores as Al Nassr fans show support after Portugal walkout
- 8:48 PMYahoo Sports — Ronaldo returns after Portugal quarrel and scores in Al-Nassr win
"RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo returned to club action on Friday after a controversial international break with Portugal and bagged the opening goal as Al-Nassr beat Diriyah 3-0 in the Saudi Pro League.The victory put the defending champion level on points behind leader Al-Qadsiah on goal difference in the eighth round.
"Cristiano Ronaldo marked his first match for Al Nassr since walking out on Portugal's camp last week by scoring his 980th career goal on Friday.
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External links- ESPN SoccerOct 9, 2026, 9:22 PMRonaldo scores as Al Nassr fans show support after Portugal walkout
Cristiano Ronaldo marked his first match for Al Nassr since walking out on Portugal's camp last week by scoring his 980th career goal on Friday.
- Yahoo SportsOct 9, 2026, 8:48 PMRonaldo returns after Portugal quarrel and scores in Al-Nassr win
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo returned to club action on Friday after a controversial international break with Portugal and bagged the opening goal as Al-Nassr beat Diriyah 3-0 in the Saudi Pro League.The victory put the defending champion level on points behind leader Al-Qadsiah on goal difference in the eighth round.
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