Ronaldo is Al-Nassr's all-time top foreign scorer with 116 goals, surpassing Hamdallah
Portuguese football legend and Al-Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo his favorite pastime of breaking records, etching his name in gold in the club's history. In a memorable match during the 17th round of the Saudi Professional League, the "Madeira Rocket" led his team to a valuable 2-1 victory over Damac on Wednesday evening.
Details of the night of the record-breaking
The match saw a strong start from Al-Nassr, with the talented winger Abdulrahman Ghareeb opening the scoring early in the fifth minute, giving the team a significant morale boost. At the start of the second half, specifically in the 50th minute, the historic moment arrived when Cristiano Ronaldo found the net, scoring his 116th goal for Al-Nassr. Although Damac narrowed the gap through Jamal Harkas in the 68th minute, Ronaldo's goal was enough to secure the three points and cement Al-Nassr's dominance.
The end of the Hamdallah era and the beginning of the Ronaldo era
With this goal, Cristiano Ronaldo broke the tie with Moroccan striker Abderrazak Hamdallah, who had long held the record for most goals scored by a foreign player in the history of the capital club with 115 goals. This achievement is a testament to the remarkable consistency of the 40-year-old Portuguese star, who, in a relatively short period – since joining in January 2023 – has managed to surpass a record that took others years to achieve.
This number carries important implications, as it reflects Ronaldo’s high scoring efficiency in various competitions, whether in the local league, cups, or continental championships, confirming that age is just a number in the face of his renewed passion.
Top scorer battle and Ronaldo's impact on the Saudi League
In the current Roshan League competition, Ronaldo has strengthened his position at the top of the league's scoring charts this season with 16 goals. The competition is fierce this season with the presence of some big names, including Al Ahly's English striker, Ivan Toni, who is close behind in second place, just two goals behind.
Ronaldo's impact extends far beyond simply scoring goals. Since arriving in Saudi Arabia, he has directly contributed to raising the league's market value and competitiveness, paving the way for the arrival of a host of world-class stars. Today, as Al-Nassr's all-time leading foreign goalscorer, Ronaldo proves that his time in Saudi Arabia was not just a retirement phase, but a new journey filled with challenges, titles, and records that will be difficult to replicate.
