Cristiano Ronaldo: I want to score 1,000 goals, all 'on video' - ESPN

Needing just one goal to reach 900 in his career for club and country, all-time leading scorer Cristiano Ronaldo said he is setting the bar at 1,000 to unquestionably leave his mark on the game.

In a sit-down interview with former England star Rio Ferdinand released to his YouTube channel, the 39-year-old Ronaldo spoke about keeping his level of play high as he builds on his scoring record.

«I want to reach 1,000 goals,» said the Al Nassr and Portugal star, estimating that the historic mark could come at the age of around age 41. «If I don't have any injuries, this for me is the most important [thing], I want that. For me, the best mark that I can have in football is to reach, first, 900 goals. After, my challenge is to be at 1,000 goals.»

Ronaldo spoke candidly with Ferdinand, his former Manchester United teammate, on topics ranging from the quality of play in the Saudi Pro League to the passion he has maintained and the criticism that stems from it.

Ever competitive, Ronaldo was quick to point out what would set his goals apart from those by other all-time scorers, including legends such as Pele and Alfredo Di Stefano who played in eras when cameras weren't as prevalent.

«All the goals I have scored, they have video,» he said. «They all have video. Listen, I respect all of them [Pele and Di Stefano]. And if you want more goals, I can bring them from training, too. And I will prove to the people after. They prefer this player, or this is the best one. I don't care about that.»

Asked about adapting to playing in Saudi Arabia, Ronaldo said it's been relatively easy given the challenges he has endured since entering the spotlight at a young age.

«No country is perfect, so for me the adaptation was easy and I really love to