Cristiano Ronaldo added another significant milestone to his legendary career by scoring his 901st goal, sealing a 2-1 comeback win for Portugal against Scotland in the UEFA Nations League. This goal not only secured a crucial victory for his team but also marked a historic moment in the world of football. At 39, Ronaldo showcased his enduring talent, tapping home the decisive goal in the 88th minute to rescue Portugal, who had fallen behind early in Lisbon.
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Scotland took a surprise lead when Scott McTominay’s powerful header found the back of the net in the seventh minute. Despite relentless pressure from Portugal, the hosts struggled to find an equalizer until Bruno Fernandes fired a shot from the edge of the box to level the game in the 54th minute.
Portugal, a team united in their pursuit of victory, continued to push for the win. Ronaldo’s near-misses, hitting the post and being denied by the Scottish goalkeeper, were a testament to the team’s relentless effort. Just when a draw seemed inevitable, Nuno Mendes delivered a pinpoint cross, and Ronaldo, the team’s star player, capitalized to secure Portugal’s hard-fought victory.
This marked Ronaldo’s second goal in as many games, having netted his 900th career goal just days earlier against Croatia. His 132 goals for Portugal add to an illustrious career total, including 450 goals for Real Madrid, 145 for Manchester United, 101 for Juventus, 68 for Al Nassr, and five for Sporting Lisbon. The 901st goal is a testament to his unparalleled skill and dedication, further solidifying his status as one of the greatest footballers of all time.
Celebrating his 600th career appearance, Bruno Fernandes praised Ronaldo’s impact after the match, stating, “Cristiano has a goal, today he scored 901, and now he’s on his way to a thousand.”
With this win, Portugal leads League A, Group 1, in the Nations League with six points, putting them in a strong position for the upcoming matches. Croatia follows with three points after a 1-0 victory over Poland, thanks to Luka Modrić’s brilliant free-kick. This win has also significantly improved their standing in the group.
Spain continued its dominant form in the Nations League with a 4-1 win over Switzerland, even after being reduced to 10 men. Goals from Joselu, Fabián Ruiz, and Ferran Torres secured the win for Spain, which now tops their group.
Entire Nations League Scores (Sunday Results)
- Portugal 2-1 Scotland – League A, Group 1
- Croatia 1-0 Poland – League A, Group 1
- Denmark 2-0 Serbia – League A, Group 4
- Switzerland 1-4 Spain – League A, Group 4
- Slovakia 2-0 Azerbaijan – League C, Group 1
- Sweden 3-0 Estonia – League C, Group 1
- Luxembourg 0-1 Belarus – League C, Group 3
- Bulgaria 1-0 Northern Ireland – League C, Group 3
- Gibraltar 2-2 Liechtenstein – League D, Group 1
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FAQs
How many career goals has Cristiano Ronaldo scored?
Cristiano Ronaldo scored 901 career goals in his latest match against Scotland in the UEFA Nations League.
How did Portugal come back to win against Scotland?
Portugal returned from a 1-0 deficit thanks to goals from Bruno Fernandes in the 54th minute and Cristiano Ronaldo’s late winner in the 88th minute.
What was the score between Croatia and Poland in the Nations League?
Croatia defeated Poland 1-0, with Luka Modrić scoring the only goal from a free-kick.
How many goals has Ronaldo scored for Portugal?
Ronaldo has scored 132 goals for the Portugal national team.
What are the Nations League results from Sunday's matches?
Sunday’s Nations League results include Portugal 2-1 Scotland, Croatia 1-0 Poland, Denmark 2-0 Serbia, Switzerland 1-4 Spain, and several other matches across different leagues.
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