'Always proud of you' - Real Madrid send heartfelt tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo after Portugal legend makes history with 900th career goal

The five-time Ballon d’Or winner hit that mark, while rewriting the record books once again, when taking in a UEFA Nations League outing with Portugal against Croatia. Emotion spilled out of Ronaldo after finding the target and reaching another remarkable career landmark.

CR7 has made a habit of producing exploits of the history-making kind down the years, with countless individual achievements set to stand the test of time. One of those sees the legendary Portuguese hold the record for most goals scored for Real Madrid – with 450 efforts for the Blancos registered through 438 appearances.

He may have bid farewell to Santiago Bernabeu in 2018, but he will forever hold a special place in the hearts of those in the Spanish capital. With that in mind, Real Madrid have posted after seeing Ronaldo reach 900 career goals: “Another historic feat: 900 goals in the professional career of one of the biggest legends in the history of Real Madrid and world football. Congratulations, dear and admired @Cristiano! Real Madrid and the club’s fans are always proud of you.”

Ronaldo will not be stopping at 900 on the goal front, with the evergreen frontman having already stated his desire to reach 1,000. International retirement is not being considered any time soon, while prolific exploits for Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr should help to nudge him closer to that mark before a day finally comes in which to hang up the most distinguished of boots.