Ronaldo Stuns with Hat-Trick as United TriumphRonaldo Stuns with Hat-Trick as United Triumph Cristiano Ronaldo proved he is still a force to be reckoned with as he fired Manchester United to a thrilling 3-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur with a stunning hat-trick. The Portuguese superstar opened the scoring in the 12th minute with a clinical finish from close range. He doubled United’s lead just 10 minutes later, powering home a header from a Luke Shaw cross. Tottenham fought back in the second half, with Harry Kane pulling one back from the penalty spot. However, Ronaldo silenced the home crowd once more in the 81st minute, completing his hat-trick with a superb free-kick that left goalkeeper Hugo Lloris stranded. Son Heung-min scored a consolation goal for Tottenham in stoppage time, but it was too little too late. United held on for the win, securing their first victory in the Premier League under new manager Erik ten Hag. Ronaldo’s performance was a timely reminder of his enduring quality. At 37 years old, he showed that he can still produce moments of brilliance on the biggest stage. “It was an important win for us,” said Ronaldo after the match. “We played well and created many chances. I’m happy to score the goals that helped us get the three points.” Ten Hag praised Ronaldo’s impact on the team. “He is a true legend,” said the Dutch manager. “He leads by example and he always delivers when it matters most.” Manchester United’s victory lifts them to fifth place in the Premier League table. They will now face Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup final on February 26, where Ronaldo will be hoping to add another trophy to his already impressive collection.
