Cristiano Ronaldo: Man Utd match-winner brings reminder of glory days

 

The celebrations started in the 95th minute and continued for almost an hour after the full-time whistle.

Manchester United needed some cheer, and they got it as Wednesday's Champions League match against Villarreal was won five minutes into stoppage time. "Viva Ronaldo" filled the air on a night reminiscent of the glory days - for both United and their match-winner.

Cristiano Ronaldo enjoys playing in the Champions League. He provided further proof by delivering another unforgettable moment in the competition.

The Portuguese superstar has scored many great and important goals in European competition. Here was one that brought United's delighted supporters to their feet. Those present for the first Champions League match in front of a crowd at Old Trafford for two and a half years had been treated to a storming finish.

United were disappointing overall against Villarreal and were heading for a third straight game without victory until Ronaldo stroked in from Jesse Lingard's lay-off.