In a career already adorned with countless accolades, Cristiano Ronaldo has etched his name in the annals of football history yet again. The Portuguese sensation has now become the first-ever player to claim the top scorer title in four different countries.
His latest triumph came with Al Nassr in the Saudi Premier League (SPL), where the 39-year-old maestro showcased his scoring prowess, notching an impressive 35 goals in just 31 matches, clinching the top scorer spot for his team and etching his name in SPL folklore.
This remarkable achievement cements Ronaldo’s status as a global football icon, having conquered the top scorer charts in Scotland, Spain, Italy, and now Saudi Arabia.
Reflecting on this historic feat, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner expressed his pride, stating in a social media post, “Proud to make history as the first top scorer in 4 countries [Scotland, Spain, Italy, and Saudi Arabia flags]. A huge thank you to all the clubs, teammates, and staff who helped me along the way.”
Ronaldo’s journey to this unprecedented milestone saw him dazzle fans across Europe’s top leagues. He first claimed the top scorer crown in the Premier League during the 2007-2008 season with Manchester United, netting 31 goals in 34 appearances.
His dominance continued at Real Madrid, where he clinched the coveted title twice, tallying an impressive 40 goals in 34 games during the 2010-2011 campaign and replicating the feat with 31 goals in 30 matches in the 2013-2014 season.
Not content with his European conquests, Ronaldo ventured to Serie A powerhouse Juventus, where he continued his goal-scoring spree, amassing 29 goals in 33 games, completing his triumphant journey across the footballing landscape.
With this latest milestone, Ronaldo solidifies his status as one of the greatest players to have graced the beautiful game, leaving an indelible mark on football history that will be celebrated for generations to come.
