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Cristiano Ronaldo destroyed Buffon Hight light in UCL
Cristiano Ronaldo destroyed Buffon Hight light in UCL
In the UEFA Champions League quarter-final match between Real Madrid and Juventus on April 3, 2018, Cristiano Ronaldo delivered a performance that is often described as one of the greatest moments in football history, particularly against the legendary goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon.
Match Context:
The match took place at Juventus Stadium in Turin, Italy.
Real Madrid faced Juventus in the first leg of the quarter-finals.
Key Moments and Highlights:
Early Goal:
Cristiano Ronaldo opened the scoring early in the match. In the 3rd minute, he found the net with a precise finish, giving Real Madrid an early lead and putting Juventus on the back foot.
Bicycle Kick Goal:
The defining moment came in the 64th minute when Cristiano Ronaldo scored a stunning bicycle kick goal. Dani Carvajal delivered a cross into the box, and Ronaldo, with his back to the goal, executed an acrobatic overhead kick. The ball soared into the top corner, leaving Buffon and the Juventus defense stunned.
This goal was met with applause from the Juventus fans, recognizing the sheer brilliance of Ronaldo's strike.
Third Goal:
Later in the match, Marcelo added a third goal for Real Madrid, sealing a 3-0 victory in Turin. While this goal wasn't scored by Ronaldo, his influence and presence were pivotal throughout the game.
Impact:
Cristiano Ronaldo's bicycle kick goal against Buffon is widely regarded as one of the greatest goals in Champions League history. It showcased his athleticism, technique, and flair.
The goal was celebrated by fans worldwide and even earned admiration from rival supporters.
Real Madrid went on to win the tie 4-3 on aggregate and eventually won the Champions League that season, marking their third consecutive title and 13th overall.
This performance, particularly the bicycle kick goal, cemented Cristiano Ronaldo's reputation as one of the greatest players in football history and added to his legacy in the UEFA Champions League.
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