Was Cristiano Ronaldo's Goal Taken Away? The Controversy Surrounding His Road to 1,000
The Portuguese star scored again for Al Nassr, but questions emerged over whether one of the goals should count toward his career total. An official clarification settled the debate.
Cristiano Ronaldo faced an unexpected controversy on his road to 1,000 career goals following Al Nassr's 3-1 victory over Al Faysaly.
The Portuguese forward had reached 982 career goals, but questions emerged about whether one of the goals in the match should be credited to him.
The debate centered on whether the strike should remain under Ronaldo's name or be recorded as an own goal, potentially affecting his personal tally.
Referee's report settles Cristiano Ronaldo goal controversy
Saudi journalist Ali Al Anzi addressed the issue through his personal account on X.
According to the reporter, the match referee officially credited the second goal to Cristiano Ronaldo in his match report.
That decision matched the information published on the Roshn Saudi League's official website, where the goal was also listed under the Portuguese forward's name.
Both the referee's reported decision and the league's official record therefore identify Ronaldo as the scorer.
How many goals does Cristiano Ronaldo have after the clarification?
With the goal officially credited to Ronaldo, his career tally remains at 982 goals, leaving him 18 away from reaching 1,000.
The clarification matters as every additional goal brings the Al Nassr striker closer to the historic milestone.
While there is still no confirmed timeline for when he might reach four figures, his goal against Al Faysaly remains part of his official tally.
Three key facts behind Cristiano Ronaldo's goal controversy
- The question: There were doubts over whether one of Al Nassr's goals against Al Faysaly should have been recorded as an own goal.
- The official clarification: According to Ali Al Anzi, the referee credited the second goal to Ronaldo, matching the Roshn Saudi League's record.
- The race to 1,000 continues: Ronaldo remains on 982 career goals, just 18 short of the milestone.
