Cristiano Ronaldo has achieved a remarkable milestone by scoring his 900th career goal, prompting recognition from Guinness World Records, which acknowledged him as the GOAT (Greatest of All Time) by responding to social media posts with a GOAT emoji.
This subtle nod further cemented Ronaldo’s legendary status in football following this historic achievement.
Ronaldo’s 900th goal came during Portugal’s UEFA Nations League opener against Croatia. In the 34th minute, Ronaldo volleyed a cross from Nuno Mendes, securing a 2-1 victory for his team.
This goal not only helped Portugal win but also marked a significant moment in Ronaldo’s career, reaffirming his dominance in both international football and club competitions. His achievement places him ahead of rivals like Lionel Messi and many others.
In a late post on Thursday, Guinness World Records quoted a BBC report celebrating Ronaldo’s record, stating, “900 career goals for Cristiano Ronaldo. Incredible. #BBCFootball.” Guinness, the global authority on record-breaking achievements since 1955, reinforced Ronaldo’s place in football history.
Fans and social media users reacted to Ronaldo’s achievement with a mix of admiration and humor.
One user, @ChessLordK, commented, “Even Guinness World Records knows the GOAT,” while another, @Famous_999_, joked, “I can confirm you guys changed admin.”
However, not all reactions were positive, with some, like @kovacjosko, pointing out that Ronaldo has yet to win a World Cup, saying, “Pele 5 World Cups before 900 career goals, Ronaldo’s zero.”
Debate continues around Ronaldo’s official goal tally, with some sources suggesting his count surpasses 1,000 when including friendlies.
FIFA’s official record places his competitive goals lower, sparking discussions about how goals are counted in football and comparisons to Pelé’s legacy. Pelé himself claimed to have scored 1,283 goals in 1,366 matches, though his tally in official competitions is often cited as fewer than 800 goals.
Despite the ongoing debates over Ronaldo’s total goal count, there is unanimous agreement on his profound impact on football. His achievements have firmly established his place among the greatest players in the sport’s history.
