Cristiano Ronaldo is 69 goals away from reaching the 1,000-goal milestone. However, the Al Nassr striker insists he’s not focused on that achievement.

After scoring twice in Al Nassr’s 3-1 victory over Al-Hilal on Friday, Ronaldo emphasized that he’s more focused on the present moment than chasing records.

“Let’s enjoy the moment, lads. I’m not chasing 1,000 goals,” Ronaldo said after the match. “If it happens, great. If not, that’s fine too. What matters most is the moment, not what’s ahead.”

With 30 goals in all competitions this season, Ronaldo needs to maintain his current form for another couple of years to reach the 1,000-goal mark.

Everton midfielder Amadou Onana has named Mohamed Salah as a top contender for this year’s Ballon d’Or, calling the Liverpool star the toughest opponent he’s ever faced.

Salah is having one of his best seasons yet, leading the Premier League’s goal-scoring chart with 27 goals and topping the assist table with 17. With 32 goals in 44 appearances this season, he’s averaging nearly a goal per match.

In an interview with Sky Sports, Onana was asked about the hardest player he’s gone up against. While he didn’t face Salah directly in a one-on-one battle, he had high praise for the Egyptian forward.

“He’s the main man for Liverpool right now,” Onana said. “He’s quick, sharp, skilled, and has the finishing ability. He has everything.”

Onana also added that if Salah continues his form, this could very well be his Ballon d’Or season.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has hailed Kevin De Bruyne as one of the greatest players in Premier League history.

Arteta, who previously worked with De Bruyne as an assistant at Manchester City, praised the midfielder’s exceptional technical skills and why he believes De Bruyne stands out from the rest.

On Friday, De Bruyne announced his departure from City with a heartfelt message across his social media platforms. His contract with the club will end at the close of this season, making him a free agent come summer.

Ahead of Arsenal’s match against Everton, Arteta was asked about De Bruyne’s impact.

The Arsenal boss said, “He’s right up there. I’m not sure if he’s number one, two, or three, but in my view, he’s undeniably one of the best in Premier League history. I’ve never played with anyone who can execute with such precision at such high speeds.”

Additionally, Arteta went on to describe De Bruyne’s remarkable ability to run at 33 or 34 kilometres per hour and deliver a perfect 30-meter pass through a tight space. “I’ve never seen anyone do that at that pace,” Arteta added.

Also, he mentioned De Bruyne’s mental strength, saying, “What makes him truly special, aside from his technical gifts, is his mindset. Kevin is always willing to take risks and push forward. Even when things don’t go his way, he keeps trying, and that resilience sets him apart.”

De Bruyne’s achievements at City are staggering, with six league titles to his name and an impressive 70 goals and 118 assists in 280 Premier League appearances. He ranks second on the all-time assist list, only behind Ryan Giggs (162).