Title 1: Ronaldo’s Hat-Trick Stuns PSG in Champions League ThrillerTitle 1: Ronaldo’s Hat-Trick Stuns PSG in Champions League Thriller In a pulsating encounter at the Parc des Princes, Cristiano Ronaldo stole the show with a magnificent hat-trick as Juventus claimed a memorable 3-2 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League Round of 16 first leg. As the match began, PSG looked to establish their attacking intent, but Juventus soaked up the pressure and hit them with a sucker punch. In the 23rd minute, Leonardo Bonucci’s long ball found Ronaldo in acres of space. The Portuguese superstar took a touch to control it and unleashed a thunderous low drive that flew into the bottom corner. PSG responded well and equalized through Kylian Mbappe’s clinical finish from inside the box. However, Ronaldo had other ideas. He restored Juventus’ lead just before halftime, nodding home from close range after a cross from Federico Chiesa. The second half saw end-to-end action, with both teams creating numerous chances. Mbappe leveled the scores once again in the 60th minute, but the stage was set for Ronaldo to complete his hat-trick. With six minutes remaining, he rose highest to meet Alex Sandro’s cross and power a header past Keylor Navas. Despite PSG’s late pressure, Juventus held on to their slender advantage. The win gives them a crucial edge heading into the second leg in Turin on March 9th. Ronaldo’s performance was a reminder of his enduring quality and big-game mentality. His hat-trick continues his impressive goalscoring record in the Champions League, where he now has 135 goals to his name. The victory also boosts Juventus’ hopes of winning the competition for the third time. However, PSG will be determined to overturn the deficit in the return fixture and secure a place in the quarter-finals.