Cristiano Ronaldo thanks CR7 universe after 700 club goals milestone; says 'United we continue'

Legendary striker Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 700th club career goal after coming on as a substitute for Manchester United against Everton in their Premier League clash at Goodison Park on Sunday. 

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700 club goals - legendary striker Cristiano Ronaldo achieved this feat on Sunday during Manchester United's 2-1 win against Everton in their Premier League clash at Goodison Park, sending CR7 fans into a tizzy. The Portuguese talisman has had a frustrating campaign and has been out-of-favour in Erik ten Hag's team this season. However, the 37-year-old icon will be a relieved man for reaching this exceptional milestone and finally opening his goalscoring account in the league this season with a sensational striker.

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Ronaldo came as a substitute for an injured Anthony Martial early in the Premier League clash while the scores were level 1-1. In the 44th minute of the game, the five-time Ballon d'Or latched onto a through-ball from Casemiro and slotted a finish under Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford. Ultimately it was also the match-winner for the Red Devils, who went on to win by a margin of 2-1. 

It was Ronaldo's 144th goal in Manchester United's red jersey throughout two stints at the club. In an illustrious career, the Portuguese forward scored 450 goals for Real Madrid, 101 for Juventus, and five for Sporting Lisbon. And the Portugal legend took to Instagram to cherish this feat with a heartfelt message.

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"700 club goals. What a beautiful number we've achieved together! Thank you to all my teammates, coaches, clubs, family & friends and of course my fans. United we continue! 🙏🏽," wrote Ronaldo in an Instagram post that has drawn massive reaction from fans of the veteran striker.

Ronaldo had earlier applauded his teammates' performance and also dedicated his 700th club goal to Manchester United fans. "Great win guys! Another step in the right direction! 🙏🏽 #WeStandUnited," wrote the Portuguese legend on Instagram.

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Meanwhile, hinting at the possibility of Ronaldo being made a regular feature in the team's starting XI, Red Devils' boss Erik ten Hag stated he expects to see plenty more goals from the Portugal talisman. "That is really impressive," the Dutchman said about the 37-year-old's 700 club goals feat. "When you score 700 goals, it's a huge performance. I'm really happy for him, I congratulate him on that performance and I'm also happy it's his first goal this season in the Premier League – he had to wait for it and I'm sure there will be more goals."