Ronaldo Hat-Trick Powers United to Thumping VictoryRonaldo Hat-Trick Powers United to Thumping Victory Manchester United unleashed their attacking firepower in devastating fashion as Cristiano Ronaldo netted a sensational hat-trick to inspire a resounding 5-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford. The Portuguese maestro, who has been in breathtaking form since returning to the English Premier League, stole the show with his clinical finishing and relentless running. United started the match with an intensity that Tottenham struggled to match. Their pressing game forced the visitors into numerous errors, and it wasn’t long before Ronaldo made them pay. In the 23rd minute, Bruno Fernandes threaded a perfect pass into the path of Ronaldo, who timed his run to perfection and hammered the ball into the bottom corner. Just six minutes later, Ronaldo doubled United’s lead with a stunning header. Alex Telles whipped in an inviting cross from the left flank, and Ronaldo rose majestically to power it into the far corner. Tottenham offered little resistance as United continued to dominate. Ronaldo completed his hat-trick in the 38th minute with another clinical finish. This time, Paul Pogba played him through on goal, and he made no mistake with a low driven shot. The second half was largely a procession for United, who were content to control the game and see out the victory. Edinson Cavani added a fourth goal in the 64th minute with a tap-in, while Anthony Martial put the icing on the cake with a well-taken strike in the 87th minute. Ronaldo’s hat-trick takes his tally for United to 14 goals this season, further cementing his status as one of the greatest strikers of all time. It was a performance that reminded Tottenham of the gulf in class between the two sides and sent a clear message that United are back as a force to be reckoned with.
