Social media users hail Cristiano Ronaldo as he reaches 127 international goals

Cristiano Ronaldo is “still going strong” after reaching 127 international goals in another emphatic win for Portugal in Euro 2024 qualification.

The 2016 winners of that competition have already booked their tickets to next summer’s tournament in Germany, with five-time Ballon d’Or winner Ronaldo continuing to roll back the years as he leads by example.

The 38-year-old has passed 200 appearances for his country, while further enhancing his record-breaking tally of goals in men’s international football. Two more efforts were recorded as Portugal swept aside Bosnia & Herzegovina 5-0 on Monday.

Reacting to that success on social media, Ronaldo has said: “Another win and great play by the whole team. First place in the group guaranteed! We are still going strong!”

Ronaldo has also been in impressive form at club level this season, with 17 goals recorded through as many appearances for Saudi Arabian outfit Al-Nassr. It is reported that the all-time great is looking to prolong his remarkable career – both domestically and internationally – through to the 2026 World Cup finals.

Cristiano Ronaldo with another double as Portugal hit 5️⃣ past Bosnia & Herzegovina ????????

Ronaldo in 2023:

???? 43 games
⚽️ 40 goals
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He's now the year's top scorer worldwide, overtaking Erling Haaland (39) and Kylian Mbappe (35) ????

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— Rio Ferdinand (@rioferdy5) October 17, 2023

“Playing with Cristiano Ronaldo?”

???????? Joao Neves :
“We've already talked about it - Cristiano was playing in the Euro 2004 when I wasn't even born. Now I'm playing with him. It's a dream.”

This CR7 longevity... ???? pic.twitter.com/gaqbXXyb9s
— TCR. (@TeamCRonaldo) October 16, 2023

CRISTIANO RONALDO LEADS THE WAY IN A ????????????????-???????????????? ???????? PERFORMANCE ⭐️???? pic.twitter.com/n9Qgn2Khwd
— 433 (@433) October 16, 2023

The former coach of Portugal, Santos listened to fans' chants & failed to utilize Ronaldo at the World Cup last year.

The new manager, Martinez took over, reintegrated Ronaldo & blew teams away in the qualifiers.

8 games, 8 wins with 32 goals scored - Unbeaten run.
— POOJA!!! (@PoojaMedia) October 16, 2023

Only one GOAT Cristiano Ronaldo and even at 38 he still IS ????????#CristianoRonaldo pic.twitter.com/TpaMuQi4kj
— Prosper (@Dikefirstson) October 17, 2023