Tag: Cristiano Ronaldo

Ronaldo tipped to play past 42 with 1,000-goal dream alive

Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr; Portugal)
October 2025

Simpson predicted Ronaldo will extend his career beyond 42. Ronaldo has 105 goals in 118 Al-Nassr games, back-to-back Golden Boots, and eyes 2026 World Cup selection while targeting 1,000 competitive goals and the possibility of sharing a pitch professionally with Cristiano Jr. Output remains elite via shot volume, penalties, and set-piece threat. Team silverware is the next target as Al-Nassr lead early in the Saudi Pro League. Longevity plan centers on workload management, defined penalty-box roles alongside Sadio Mané/João Félix, and selective international minutes.

Felix hat-trick, Ronaldo rocket in Al-Nassr rout

Al-Nassr
October 2025

Al-Nassr stayed perfect with a 5–1 win. Félix netted a hat-trick; Ronaldo recovered from a saved penalty to blast a go-ahead strike and add an assist as the leaders maintained maximum points through five rounds. Early pressure yielded Félix’s opener before Al Fateh’s equaliser. A handball penalty was saved, but Ronaldo’s edge-of-box strike restored control. Félix exploited inside-left lanes for two more before Kingsley Coman and late combinations finished the job.

De Ligt explains lifelong United pull

Matthijs de Ligt (Manchester United)
October 2025

De Ligt cites childhood ties to Ronaldo’s United and admiration for Van der Sar, framing his Old Trafford move as delayed destiny after Juventus and Bayern spells. He underscores standards learned alongside Ronaldo and targets long-horizon success at United, positioning commitment and mentality as his core value proposition to the squad.

Ronaldo sets all-time World Cup qualifying goals record

Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal)
October 2025

Ronaldo scored twice in a 2–2 draw with Hungary to reach 41 World Cup qualifying goals and 143 for Portugal overall. Portugal missed the chance to clinch early but remain on track to qualify next month.
He targets 1,000 career goals across club and country. While the milestone is distant, sustained scoring for Al Nassr and Portugal keeps the chase alive and underscores his longevity at age 40.

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes football’s first billionaire

Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr)
October 2025

Ronaldo has officially become the first footballer to reach billionaire status, with Bloomberg estimating his net worth at $1.4 billion following his lucrative contract extension with Al-Nassr. Already football’s most prolific goalscorer, the 40-year-old is now eyeing 1,000 career goals as his next landmark.
His new Al-Nassr deal, worth £178m annually plus a signing bonus, pushed him past the milestone, joining Federer, Woods, Jordan, and LeBron James in sport’s billionaire club. Despite family pressure to retire, Ronaldo insists he will play on and focus on Portugal’s World Cup push.

Blanc Sacked by Al-Ittihad After Ronaldo Defeat

Laurent Blanc
September 2025

Al-Ittihad dismissed Laurent Blanc a day after losing 2-0 to Al-Nassr, their third defeat of the season. The Frenchman, who guided them to a league and cup double last year, paid the price for defensive struggles and poor recent form. Goals from Sadio Mané and Cristiano Ronaldo sealed Blanc’s fate. Despite boasting Karim Benzema, Blanc lamented injury-hit backline options. The club confirmed his exit via social media, ending his brief Saudi tenure after just over a year in charge.

Cristiano Ronaldo Lures Inigo Martinez to Al-Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo (Al- Nassar)
September 2025

Former Barcelona defender Inigo Martinez revealed Cristiano Ronaldo’s influence was pivotal in his move to Al-Nassr. The Spaniard leaves behind La Liga and Copa del Rey triumphs for a new challenge in Saudi Arabia’s star-studded league. Martinez, 34, described “enriching conversations” with Ronaldo, praising his competitive drive and surprising humility. At Al-Nassr, Martinez joins Ronaldo, Sadio Mané and João Félix, drawn not just by money but the chance to share a dressing room with one of football’s icons.

Felix Shines as Ronaldo Rests in Cup Clash

Joao Felix & Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr)
September 2025

Joao Felix scored and assisted as Al-Nassr cruised past Jeddah 4-0 in the Saudi King Cup of Champions, while Cristiano Ronaldo stayed on the bench. Felix has rediscovered form since leaving Chelsea, already notching seven goals across competitions. Coach Jorge Jesus explained Ronaldo’s absence was to protect his fitness ahead of key league matches. Felix, meanwhile, continued his electric start, combining flair and finishing to lead Al-Nassr’s attack. Jesus praised the team’s dominance, adding “no team can confront Al-Nassr’s attack” at this stage.

Felix Predicts Al-Nassr Will Push Closer to Title

João Félix (Al-Nassr)
September 2025

João Félix declared Al-Nassr “closer to the title” after his electric start in Saudi Arabia alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, scoring five goals in three league matches as Jorge Jesus’ side extended their perfect campaign with another dominant win. Félix credited teammates for making football “easier,” saying their collective quality drives individual brilliance. With Ronaldo also on form, Al-Nassr’s attack looks unstoppable. Félix insisted consistency and clean sheets must improve but believes togetherness will power their title challenge across the season.

Ronaldo and Felix Run Riot in Al-Nassr Rout

Cristiano Ronaldo, Joao Felix (Al-Nassr)
September 2025

Ronaldo and Felix each scored twice as Al-Nassr cruised to a 5-1 win over Al-Riyadh, extending their blistering form across competitions. Coman also starred, with his speed and service tearing apart the visitors in a one-sided Saudi Pro League contest. Felix opened the scoring before feeding Ronaldo for 3-0. Coman added pace and assists, while Ronaldo’s brace capped a dominant showing. Al-Riyadh’s brief hope from Sylla’s header was crushed by relentless attacking. Ronaldo’s 29th goal of 2025 underlined his enduring firepower.

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