Ronaldo Stuns with Hat-Trick as Man United Crushes ArsenalRonaldo Stuns with Hat-Trick as Man United Crushes Arsenal In a pulsating encounter at Old Trafford, Cristiano Ronaldo stole the show with a devastating hat-trick as Manchester United demolished Arsenal 3-1. The Portuguese superstar, who recently returned to his former club, opened the scoring in the 34th minute with a clinical finish from close range. Just four minutes later, he doubled United’s lead with a towering header that left goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale rooted to the spot. Arsenal struggled to contain Ronaldo’s brilliance throughout the first half, and their woes continued after the break. In the 69th minute, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner completed his hat-trick with a stunning free-kick that curled into the far corner. It was Ronaldo’s first hat-trick since April 2018, and it sent Old Trafford into a frenzy. The Red Devils’ fans roared in delight as their iconic forward single-handedly crushed their fierce rivals. Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal team offered little resistance, with only Martin Odegaard managing a consolation goal deep into stoppage time. The Gunners, who entered the match with a three-game winning streak, were outplayed and outclassed by a resurgent Manchester United. Ronaldo’s hat-trick was a timely reminder of his enduring quality and the impact he can still have on a football match. It also served as a statement of intent from Manchester United, who are determined to challenge for major honors under new manager Erik ten Hag. For Arsenal, the defeat was a setback in their bid to finish in the top four. They will now need to regroup and quickly find a way to respond to this humbling experience. As for Ronaldo, he continues to defy expectations at the age of 37. His performance against Arsenal was a masterclass in goalscoring and a reminder that he is still one of the greatest players of all time.
