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Champions League: Ronaldo Hat-trick Gives Real Advantage Over Atletico

Cristiano Ronaldo netted a hat-trick on Tuesday night as Real Madrid beat Atletico in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-final. The Portuguese … Continue reading Champions League: Ronaldo Hat-trick Gives Real Advantage Over Atletico


Portugal Coach Defends Cristiano Ronaldo

La Liga: Real Extend Lead As Barcelona, Sevilla Drop PointsCristiano Ronaldo netted a hat-trick on Tuesday night as Real Madrid beat Atletico in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-final.

The Portuguese once again proved himself to be the man for the big occasion at Santiago Bernabeu when he gave title holders a powerful 3-0 advantage against their city rivals.

Real dominated the early proceedings, just as Ronaldo headed home in the 10th minute.

He later smashed home a second halfway, and completed his treble five minutes to the end of the game.

The four-time Ballon has become the first player to record three career trebles in the Champions League knockout stage.

He also went on level with Lionel Messi with his seventh hat-trick in the competition as a whole.