Official Career Goal #255UEFA Champions League (2008/09)

Cristiano Ronaldo #255 vs Athletic Bilbao

Scored in the 24' minute for Manchester United on Jun 26, 2008.

Match Result2 - 0
Manchester United vs Athletic Bilbao
Neutral Venue • Champions League

Kinetic Strike Telemetry

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Trajectory Simulation • Goal #255 vs Athletic Bilbao

Wall 9.15m
GK
#7
Ronaldo (18m)
Strike Speed
105km/h
Shot Distance
18meters
Inside Box
Apex Trajectory
0.0m peak
Curling Arc
Expected Goals
0.38xG
Right Foot
Goalmouth PlacementBottom Left Corner

Goal Specifications

Match DateJun 26, 2008
TournamentUEFA Champions League
Club / TeamManchester United
MethodRight Foot
Goal CategoryDirect Free Kick
Assist ProviderPaul Scholes
Career MilestoneGoal #255 of 1000 Target
Tactical Narrative & Match Significance

How Goal #255 Was Scored

In the 24' minute of the UEFA Champions League clash between Manchester United and Athletic Bilbao, Cristiano Ronaldo delivered a decisive finish (Right FootDirect Free Kick) set up expertly by Paul Scholes.

The strike occurred from approximately ~18 meters out with an expected goal probability (xG) of 0.42, helping secure a 2 - 0 scoreline in this neutral encounter.

Goal #255 Match Q&A (SEO Facts)

Frequently Asked Questions About Goal #255

When did Cristiano Ronaldo score goal #255?

Cristiano Ronaldo scored official career goal #255 on 2008-06-26 playing for Manchester United against Athletic Bilbao in the UEFA Champions League (2008/09 season).

What minute was goal #255 scored and what was the final score?

The goal was scored in the 24' minute of the match. The final match result was Manchester United 2 - 0 Athletic Bilbao (Neutral fixture).

How did Cristiano Ronaldo score goal #255?

The goal was executed with the Right Foot via a Direct Free Kick following an assist from Paul Scholes, from an estimated distance of ~18 meters (xG value: 0.42).

What milestone does goal #255 represent in Cristiano Ronaldo's Road to 1000 Goals?

This represents goal #255 of Cristiano Ronaldo's official career tally on the quest toward 1000 career goals. It stands as a crucial competitive goal in his career trajectory.