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Statistics bolster Ronaldo's case for greatness. With over 923 career goals from 1263 matches and an impressive strike rate of 0.73 goals per game, he stands poised to reach the 1000 goal mark in a manageable timeline if he maintains his current form. Playing for Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia has even elevated this rate to 0.91 goals per game.
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon, the prospect of both Ronaldo and Messi participating marks a potential generational milestone—the first players ever to appear in six World Cups. This speaks to not only their talent but also their incredible careers, which have spanned numerous eras and competitions.