How many goals has Cristiano Ronaldo scored for Portugal?

Cristiano Ronaldo isn’t slowing down anytime soon when it comes to scoring goals. Despite moving away from the spotlight of European football, he’s still racking up goals like a machine in the Saudi Pro League, where he plays for Al Nassr. And when it comes to playing for his country, retirement isn’t even on his mind.

Ronaldo remains a crucial player for Portugal. While they didn’t manage to win Euro 2024, Ronaldo’s legendary goal-scoring form is far from over. In fact, in September 2024, he reached an incredible milestone by scoring his 900th career goal during an international match, cementing his legacy even further.

 

How many goals does Cristiano Ronaldo have for Portugal?

Cristiano Ronaldo holds the title of the all-time leading goalscorer in men’s international football, boasting an incredible 132 goals in 214 appearances for Portugal. His goal-scoring ability is nothing short of legendary.

Ronaldo shattered the previous record held by Iran’s Ali Daei when he scored two goals against the Republic of Ireland in September 2021, officially taking the crown as the top international scorer.

In addition to his goal tally, Ronaldo also tops the list for most international appearances. His 214 matches for Portugal put him ahead of Kuwait’s Bader Al-Mutawa, who has played 196 times for his country. Ronaldo’s dominance on both fronts continues to set him apart as one of the greatest ever in the history of international football.