Cristiano Ronaldo Fires United to Stunning Victory at ArsenalCristiano Ronaldo Fires United to Stunning Victory at Arsenal In a mesmerizing display of attacking prowess, Cristiano Ronaldo inspired Manchester United to a sensational 3-1 victory over Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday. The Portuguese legend netted a stunning hat-trick, including two trademark thunderbolts from outside the box, to propel United to their first win at Arsenal since 2013. United started the game brightly, with Ronaldo lurking menacingly in the Arsenal penalty area. Just before the half-hour mark, the 37-year-old unleashed a venomous shot from 25 yards that flew into the top corner, leaving Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale stranded. Ronaldo doubled United’s lead just minutes later, this time with an equally stunning drive that curled into the far corner from the edge of the box. The Emirates Stadium fell silent as the Red Devils celebrated the brilliance of their talisman. Arsenal, who had shown some early promise, struggled to recover from the sucker punch. Eddie Nketiah pulled one back for the hosts in the second half, but his goal proved to be a mere consolation. Ronaldo completed his hat-trick with a trademark header in the closing stages, sealing a memorable victory for United. The result lifts Ralf Rangnick’s side to fourth in the Premier League standings, while Arsenal drop to fifth. Ronaldo’s performance was a testament to his enduring brilliance. Despite his advancing years, the Portuguese maestro continues to defy expectations and torment opposition defenses. “He’s a phenomenal player,” said Rangnick after the game. “He’s not only a great goalscorer, but he’s also a leader and an inspiration to the team.” Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta, meanwhile, was left to rue his team’s defensive frailties. “We gave away three soft goals,” he said. “We have to be better at defending if we want to compete for the top four.” United will hope to build on this victory when they host Chelsea at Old Trafford next week, while Arsenal will aim to bounce back when they travel to Wolverhampton Wanderers.