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Ronaldo Scores Another Late Champions League Winner in Man United Comeback

On the Champions League stage, Cristiano Ronaldo is as sure a bet as they come. On Wednesday against Atalanta, the Portuguese star proved that point once again with his second consecutive Champions League match-winner in the final minutes to cap a 3–2 victory.

With the match tied at 2-2 after a vigorous second-half comeback by Manchester United, Ronaldo seized the spotlight in the 81st minute with his towering header that captivated Old Trafford once again.

Following a 4–2 loss to Leicester City at the weekend, Manchester United's struggles seemed to only continue with a 2–0 deficit at halftime against Atalanta.