Ronaldo Scores Stunning Hat-Trick as Manchester United Thrash LiverpoolRonaldo Scores Stunning Hat-Trick as Manchester United Thrash Liverpool Cristiano Ronaldo was the star of the show as Manchester United humiliated arch-rivals Liverpool with a resounding 5-0 victory at Old Trafford on Sunday. The Portuguese forward netted a sensational hat-trick, including a stunning long-range effort, to lead United to their biggest win over Liverpool in the Premier League era. United dominated from the outset, and Diogo Dalot opened the scoring in the fifth minute with a fine strike from the edge of the box. Mohamed Salah equalized for Liverpool just minutes later, but Ronaldo then took over. In the 38th minute, Ronaldo restored United’s lead with a brilliant free-kick that curled into the top corner. Two minutes later, he doubled his tally with a tap-in after a superb cross from Alex Telles. After the break, Ronaldo completed his hat-trick with a breathtaking long-range strike that left goalkeeper Alisson helpless. Jadon Sancho added a fifth for United in the 68th minute, completing their emphatic triumph. Ronaldo’s performance was simply sensational. His movement, finishing, and skill were all on display as he ran the Liverpool defense ragged. The hat-trick was his 60th in club football and his first for Manchester United since returning to the club last summer. The victory was a massive boost for United, who had struggled for form prior to the game. It lifts them to fifth in the Premier League table, just three points behind fourth-placed Arsenal, who have a game in hand. For Liverpool, the defeat was a major setback. They remain in second place, six points behind leaders Manchester City, but their title hopes have suffered a significant blow. The result will also be a huge confidence boost for Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag, who has been under pressure after a slow start to the season. His team now faces a crucial Europa League game against Omonia Nicosia on Thursday before returning to Premier League action against Newcastle United on Sunday.