Published 11:27 IST, September 30th 2021
WATCH: Cristiano Ronaldo's last-minute injury time goal for Man Utd vs Villarreal
Cristiano Ronaldo scored a thrilling last-minute goal as Manchester United registered a 2-1 win over Spanish club Villarreal at Old Trafford on Wednesday
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Cristia Ronaldo once again me a tremendous impact for Manchester United during ir UEFA Champions League clash against Villarreal at Old Trafford on Wednesday. What really stood out here is that 'CR7' went on to score in dying minutes of contest as 'Red Devils' registered a thrilling win as it appeared that match would end in a stalemate at one point in time.
Villarreal gave Manchester United a tough time especially in second half once Spanish striker Paco Alcácer broke delock in 53rd minute. neless, home team heaved a sigh of relief when Brazilian left-back scored an equaliser in 53rd minute after which both teams tried ir level best to keep each or at bay as furr goals were scored till regulation time ended as game heed into extra-time.
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Ronaldo extra time goal
After end of 90 minutes, five minutes were given as ditional time in order to decide a winner and Villarreal got out of a corner when visiting team's goalie me a smart save at his near post to prevent Jesse Lingard from scoring courtesy of his excellent glovework. Unfortunately, Spanish team did t have any reason to rejoice as Ronaldo latched onto a loose ball in area and slotted a finish under Villarreal goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli before running to fans and removing his jersey to reveal his muscular physique.
final whistle blew as Manchester United registered an unlikely win riding on a brilliant goal from ne or than Portuguese football megastar.
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Ronaldo last-minute goal: Here's how 'CR7' netted a match-winning goal
This was Cristia Ronaldo's fifth goal ever since his second come back to Old Trafford and this turned out to be an eventful one as he helped 'Red Devils' register an important win after ir shocking 2-1 defeat at hands of Swiss club Young Boys a couple of weeks ago.
08:02 IST, September 30th 2021