Cristiano Ronaldo
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Official Career Goal #261Premier League (2008/09)

Cristiano Ronaldo #261 vs Getafe CF

Scored in the 22' minute for Manchester United on Sep 21, 2008.

Match Result3 - 1
Manchester United vs Getafe CF
Home Venue • Domestic League

Kinetic Strike Telemetry

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Trajectory Simulation • Goal #261 vs Getafe CF

GK
#7
Ronaldo (19m)
Strike Speed
95km/h
Shot Distance
19meters
Outside Box
Apex Trajectory
0.0m peak
Direct Line
Expected Goals
0.09xG
Right Foot
Goalmouth PlacementBottom Left Corner
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Goal Specifications

Match DateSep 21, 2008
TournamentPremier League
Club / TeamManchester United
MethodRight Foot
Goal CategoryOpen Play
Assist ProviderPaul Scholes
Career MilestoneGoal #261 of 1000 Target
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Tactical Narrative & Match Significance

How Goal #261 Was Scored

In the 22' minute of the Premier League clash between Manchester United and Getafe CF, Cristiano Ronaldo delivered a decisive finish (Right Foot • Open Play) set up expertly by Paul Scholes.

The strike occurred from approximately ~19 meters out with an expected goal probability (xG) of 0.42, helping secure a 3 - 1 scoreline in this home encounter.

Goal #261 Match Q&A (SEO Facts)

Frequently Asked Questions About Goal #261

When did Cristiano Ronaldo score goal #261?

Cristiano Ronaldo scored official career goal #261 on 2008-09-21 playing for Manchester United against Getafe CF in the Premier League (2008/09 season).

What minute was goal #261 scored and what was the final score?

The goal was scored in the 22' minute of the match. The final match result was Manchester United 3 - 1 Getafe CF (Home fixture).

How did Cristiano Ronaldo score goal #261?

The goal was executed with the Right Foot via a Open Play following an assist from Paul Scholes, from an estimated distance of ~19 meters (xG value: 0.42).

What milestone does goal #261 represent in Cristiano Ronaldo's Road to 1000 Goals?

This represents goal #261 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.