Ronaldo Scores Hat-Trick in Juventus’ Comeback WinRonaldo Scores Hat-Trick in Juventus’ Comeback Win Cristiano Ronaldo delivered a sensational hat-trick as Juventus rallied from a two-goal deficit to secure a thrilling 3-2 victory over Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday. The Spanish giants went ahead through Diego Godin’s header and Alvaro Morata’s strike in the first half. However, Ronaldo sparked Juventus’ resurgence with a close-range finish in the 27th minute. The Portuguese superstar then equalised with a stunning free-kick just before halftime. Ronaldo’s 30-yard screamer flew into the top corner, leaving Atletico goalkeeper Jan Oblak with no chance. With Juventus pressing forward in the second half, Ronaldo completed his hat-trick in the 85th minute. Juan Cuadrado’s cross found Ronaldo unmarked in the area, and the forward calmly slotted the ball home. The dramatic victory gave Juventus a crucial advantage heading into the second leg in Turin on March 12th. Ronaldo’s hat-trick demonstrated his enduring quality and underlined his importance to the Bianconeri. The result also marked Juventus’ first comeback win in the Champions League knockout stages since 2017. The Italian champions now have a slender lead going into the second leg and will be confident of advancing to the quarter-finals. Ronaldo’s hat-trick extended his tally to 125 goals in the Champions League, making him the competition’s all-time leading scorer. The 34-year-old’s performance once again showcased his extraordinary ability and further cemented his status as one of the greatest players of all time.
