Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo achieved another historic milestone by becoming the first player to score 500 goals at club and international level at the age of 41, leading Al-Nassr to a dominant 4–0 victory over Al-Hazem in the Saudi Professional League.
Ronaldo played a decisive role in the win, helping his side move to the top of the league standings while further cementing his legacy as one of football’s greatest goal scorers.
Following the match, Ronaldo celebrated by wearing the traditional Saudi “Bisht,” a garment symbolising leadership and prestige, in honour of Saudi National Day. The cultural gesture attracted widespread global attention, with images of the Portuguese star in traditional attire going viral on social media and gaining millions of views within minutes.
The Bisht holds historical significance in Saudi Arabia, traditionally associated with leadership and ceremonial occasions linked to the founding of the first Saudi state. Ronaldo’s celebration was widely seen as a tribute to local heritage while highlighting the growing global visibility of Saudi culture through sport.
Ronaldo’s journey to the milestone reflects remarkable longevity and consistency. By the age of 30, he had already scored more than 460 goals, adding the remaining tally over the following decade through sustained elite performance and fitness.
Throughout his illustrious career, Ronaldo has represented major clubs including Real Madrid, Manchester United and Juventus, as well as the Portugal national football team, setting numerous scoring and appearance records.
Since joining Al-Nassr in 2023, the forward has significantly boosted the club’s global profile and contributed to the rising international popularity of Saudi football, combining sporting success with cultural outreach initiatives.
