Football
Cristiano sets sights on 1,000th goal: He's counted at 978
At 41, the Portuguese begins a new Saudi Pro League season with a clear goal, as Al Nassr defends its title.
Football
Ronaldo Chases 1,000 Goals as Saudi League Turns Its Back on Aging Stars
The Saudi Pro League opens its new season on Thursday without Mohamed Salah but with Cristiano Ronaldo on the brink of a historic milestone. The league is pivoting toward younger players with resale value, while the national team has yet to reap the benefits of billions spent on foreign stars.