Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed what it is like to reach the milestone of 700 goals after he achieved the feat in Portugal’s 2-1 loss to Ukraine in a EURO 2020 qualifying game.
Ronaldo joined the likes of ex-Germany striker Gerd Muller, Hungary legend Ferenc Puskas, Brazil’s Pele and Romario and the Czech Republic’s Josef Bica in the 700 goal milestone.
He scored the 700th goal of his career from the spot-kick after a Ukraine player handled the ball in the box.
“Not just anyone can reach this figure,” Ronaldo told reporters after the match.
“Thank you to my team-mates, colleagues and coaches who have helped me to become the player I am.
“I am disappointed that we didn’t win, but proud of the team.”
Ronaldo added: “How many records do I have? I don’t know. I have to enjoy the moment and thank those who helped me reach this impressive mark.
“The last time I played at this ground I won the Champions League, a beautiful moment that is in the past. Today we played well but couldn’t win.
“Records come naturally – I don’t go looking for them; records are looking for me! Without having an obsession, they happen naturally.”