Goal scored by Cristiano Ronaldo against Sporting CP (2711/2007)

About this goal

In the last minute, Ronaldo emerges as Man Utd's saviour in the last minute with a stunning free-kick from range into the corner against his former club.

Ratings

Aesthetically Pleasing 20/30

A cracking flightpath on the strike as it dips wickedly, but it is on the goalkeeper's side, who is wrong-footed.

Technical Difficulty 21/30

Excellent technique on a long distance effort, in the heat of the moment.

Uniqueness 10/20

This would become a Ronaldo trademark.

Importance 8/10

Goal in the last minute of a Champions League tie.

Standard of Opposition 7/10

SPORTING.

FootballCritic Verdict

6.6

The fact it's in the last minute elevates it, but it's not one of Ronaldo's best free-kicks.

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Goal scorer

Cristiano Ronaldo

Forward (Centre),Forward (Right)

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47	Cristiano Ronaldo	Man Utd 2 - 1 Sporting CP	Jan 1, 1970
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48	Cristiano Ronaldo	Real Madrid 7 - 1 Celta	Mar 5, 2016
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49	Cristiano Ronaldo	Man Utd 2 - 1 Everton	Jan 1, 1970
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