Cristiano Ronaldo – photo credit: icon sport
Cristiano Ronaldo commented with a message on social networks his feat which allowed him to become Thursday, December 02, 2021 the first professional footballer to reach 800 career goals.
Manchester United striker Ronaldo surpassed the 800 career goal mark on Thursday night with a goal that put the Red Devils up 2-1 early in the second half in the victory over Arsenal. Behind, Ronnie scored the decisive penalty that allowed his team to win 3-2 at Old Trafford.
The 36-year-old striker took to social media on Friday, December 03, 2021 to celebrate the feat he achieved in a career spanning nearly two decades. The Portuguese posted a video where we can make out images from his childhood, his clubs he has been to and some of his impressive achievements and celebrations since his debut.
“Very happy to become the first football player to score over 800 official goals. What an incredible and unforgettable journey it becomes. Thank you to all my supporters for always being by my side. 801 and I still count! “Cristiano said on his official social networks when posting the video.
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