{
  "id": 13330082,
  "title": "Cristiano Ronaldo hits 980th career goal as he puts Portugal row behind him in Al Nassr win",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/cristiano-ronaldo-hits-980th-career-goal-as-he-puts-portugal-row",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-10T04:44:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/football/2026/10/10/cristiano-ronaldo-hits-980th-career-goal-as-he-puts-portugal-row-behind-him-in-al-nassr-win/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Cristiano Ronaldo made a triumphant return to Riyadh after a tumultuous international break, scoring his 980th career goal in Al Nassr's 3-0 victory over Diriyah. The 41-year-old striker seemed to have left his recent controversies behind him, as Portugal's defending champions demonstrated a composed and untroubled performance at Al Awwal Park. Ronaldo opened the scoring in the 23rd minute, capitalizing on a loose ball and registering a goal that was initially ruled offside. His teammates, including Joao Felix, showed support by converging on Ronaldo following his goal. Despite having a clear opportunity to score a second goal himself, Coman opted to take the opportunity, acknowledging Ronaldo's superior skill. The win not only provided Ronaldo with a memorable milestone but also eased the pressure on coach Ange Postecoglou, who had faced increasing scrutiny following a decline in the team's performance.",
  "summary": "Cristiano Ronaldo enjoyed a happy return to Riyadh after his troubled international break as he notched his 980th career goal in Al Nassr’s win over Diriyah. The 41-year-old striker could scarcely have asked for an easier night after the controversies of the previous two weeks. The defending Saudi Pro League champions had a routine 3-0 win over Diriyah at Al Awwal Park that was entirely free of…",
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        "outlet": "The National UAE",
        "title": "Cristiano Ronaldo hits 980th career goal as he puts Portugal row behind him in Al Nassr win",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/cristiano-ronaldo-hits-980th-career-goal-as-he-puts-portugal-row-13330202",
        "published": "2026-10-10T04:44:57.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}