Ronaldo Stuns with Five-Goal Haul as United Thrash NorwichRonaldo Stuns with Five-Goal Haul as United Thrash Norwich In a breathtaking performance at Old Trafford, Cristiano Ronaldo single-handedly dismantled Norwich City with an astonishing five-goal haul, leading Manchester United to a resounding 6-0 victory. The Portuguese maestro opened his account in the seventh minute with a clinical finish from the edge of the box. Before Norwich could recover, Ronaldo doubled United’s lead with a powerful header from a corner just five minutes later. As the half progressed, Ronaldo continued to torment the Norwich defense. In the 32nd minute, he latched onto a through ball and coolly slotted it past goalkeeper Tim Krul. Just before the break, he completed his hat-trick with a stunning free kick from 25 yards out. The second half proved to be no respite for Norwich. Ronaldo netted his fourth goal in the 51st minute with a blistering shot from outside the area. Five minutes later, he capped off his extraordinary display with a tap-in from close range, becoming the first player to score five goals in a Premier League game since Dimitar Berbatov for Manchester United in 2010. Ronaldo’s historic performance not only propelled United to a convincing victory but also extended his remarkable goalscoring record. The 36-year-old has now scored 12 goals in his last seven Premier League appearances, proving that he remains a formidable force in the English top flight. After the match, Norwich manager Dean Smith praised Ronaldo’s brilliance. “He’s an incredible player,” said Smith. “He showed today why he’s one of the greatest of all time. We tried everything to stop him, but he was unstoppable.” Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag was equally effusive in his praise. “Cristiano was simply sensational,” said ten Hag. “He’s a true leader and inspiration to the team. This performance is a reminder of his immense quality and why he’s so important to Manchester United.” Ronaldo’s five-goal haul has set a new high for Manchester United players in a single Premier League match. The win also moves United into fifth place in the table, boosting their hopes of securing a top-four finish.