United won by Ronaldo’s 800th goal

KATHMANDU: DEC. 3 – Manchester United’s Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo has completed the 800th goal of his career. He set the record by scoring one goal against Arsenal in the English Premier League on Thursday night.

Manchester United beat Arsenal 3-2 in a competitive game. Ronaldo scored two goals in that victory. Arsenal took the lead in the 13th minute through a goal by Smith Rowe. United players protested after Rowe scored while the goalkeeper was falling.

However, Arsenal’s goal was recognized after the referee checked through the VAR and found the goalkeeper fighting with his own player.

But United’s Bruno Fernandes equalized in the 44th minute to level the game in the first half. In the second half, Ronaldo took advantage of Rashford’s cross to give United the lead and completed the milestone of 800 career goals.

However, two minutes later, Arsenal equalized again. Martin Ødegaard equalized for Arsenal. VAR’s decision was crucial in United’s victory. In the 70th minute, Ødegaard fought Fred in the box and was awarded a penalty. Ronaldo made good use of the penalty. After the victory, United has risen to seventh position with 21 points from 14 games.