Football fans were treated to another captivating weekend of action across Europe’s top leagues. From individual brilliance to team triumphs, the matches provided plenty of talking points. Let’s dive into some of the most impressive stats and performances.
Ronaldo Reaches Another Milestone
Cristiano Ronaldo’s illustrious career hit a new high as he scored twice in Al Nassr’s 2-0 win over Damac in the Saudi Pro League. The Portuguese superstar’s brace took his career goal tally to an astonishing 915, further cementing his status as one of the greatest goalscorers of all time.
Ronaldo has been in red-hot form recently, netting 7 goals in his last four matches for club and country. November has been particularly fruitful, with the striker scoring 8 times – his highest in a calendar month since May.
Cristiano is proving that he still has what it takes to perform at the highest level. His hunger for goals is insatiable.
– Al Nassr coach, Rudi Garcia
Salah Equals Rooney’s Record
In the Premier League, Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah wrote his name into the history books by equaling Wayne Rooney’s assists record. The Egyptian’s setup for teammate Diogo Jota in the Reds’ 2-0 win over Manchester City was his 36th goal involvement (scoring or assisting) in matches against the league’s ‘big six’ clubs.
Salah’s stats this season have been nothing short of phenomenal. In just 13 league appearances, he has scored 11 goals and provided 8 assists. His consistency and impact against the Premier League’s elite teams have been a key factor in Liverpool’s success.
| Player | Matches | Goals | Assists |
| Mohamed Salah | 74 | 42 | 22 |
| Wayne Rooney | 142 | 31 | 36 |
Bellingham Shines in Der Klassiker
Across the continent in Germany, young English midfielder Jude Bellingham put in another stellar performance for Borussia Dortmund in their 1-1 draw with rivals Bayern Munich. The 19-year-old’s composure, skill, and maturity beyond his years were on full display in the high-stakes Bundesliga clash.
Jude is an exceptional talent. He has all the attributes to become one of the best midfielders in the world.
– Dortmund coach, Edin Terzić
Bellingham’s confidence was evident as he stepped up to take a crucial penalty, converting with aplomb. Remarkably, the teenager has scored all four penalties he has taken in his professional career so far.
Other Notable Numbers
- Barcelona hit the woodwork 14 times in La Liga this season, more than any other team in Europe’s top 5 leagues
- Manuel Neuer made his 512th Bundesliga appearance, ranking 3rd all-time among goalkeepers
- Lyon’s Alexandre Lacazette reached 150 Ligue 1 goals, the 3rd most in the 21st century
As the season progresses, fans can look forward to more scintillating performances and broken records from football’s brightest stars. With the likes of Ronaldo, Salah, and Bellingham leading the charge, the beautiful game promises to deliver thrills and excitement week after week.
