Ronaldo confident of reaching 1,000 goals, keen to keep playing

RIYADH, Dec 29 (Agencies): Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo is confident about reaching the 1,000-goal milestone, saying, "If no injuries, I will reach the number for sure," as per Goal.com.
He's currently at 956 goals, just 44 away from achieving this incredible feat. Al-Nassr star's passion for the game remains strong, after being named the Best Middle East Player in Dubai, and he's motivated to continue playing for "one or two more years" to reach this milestone. Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has added another feather to his already illustrious career by bagging the Best Middle East Player 2025 award - marking his third consecutive win.
At the Globe Soccer Awards, Ronaldo spoke of his motivation to achieve his four-figure milestone and win trophies. "It's a huge pleasure to be at a gala with so many sports personalities," Ronaldo said, as quoted by Goal.com.
"This is one of my favourites because I meet incredible people, including my wife. It's demanding to keep playing, but I still have the passion and motivation to continue. It doesn't matter if I play in the Middle East or Europe; I want to keep winning titles and reach the milestone everyone knows," he added. "I'm confident I'll get there if there are no injuries. Enjoy the night and Happy New Year," Al-Nassr star said. "It's hard to continue playing, but I am motivated," he said after receiving the award for the second consecutive year.
"My passion is high and I want to continue. It doesn't matter where I play, whether in the Middle East or Europe. I always enjoy playing football and I want to keep going.
Taking to Instagram, Ronaldo said that it was a "special moment to end the year on".