Official Career Goal #256Premier League (2008/09)

Cristiano Ronaldo #256 vs Espanyol

Scored in the 59' minute for Manchester United on Jul 17, 2008.

Match Result1 - 1
Manchester United vs Espanyol
Home Venue • Domestic League

Kinetic Strike Telemetry

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Trajectory Simulation • Goal #256 vs Espanyol

GK
#7
Ronaldo (15m)
Strike Speed
90km/h
Shot Distance
15meters
Inside Box
Apex Trajectory
0.0m peak
Direct Line
Expected Goals
0.38xG
Right Foot
Goalmouth PlacementTop Bins - Crossbar In

Goal Specifications

Match DateJul 17, 2008
TournamentPremier League
Club / TeamManchester United
MethodRight Foot
Goal CategoryOpen Play
Assist ProviderRuud van Nistelrooy
Career MilestoneGoal #256 of 1000 Target
Tactical Narrative & Match Significance

How Goal #256 Was Scored

In the 59' minute of the Premier League clash between Manchester United and Espanyol, Cristiano Ronaldo delivered a decisive finish (Right FootOpen Play) set up expertly by Ruud van Nistelrooy.

The strike occurred from approximately ~15 meters out with an expected goal probability (xG) of 0.42, helping secure a 1 - 1 scoreline in this home encounter.

Goal #256 Match Q&A (SEO Facts)

Frequently Asked Questions About Goal #256

When did Cristiano Ronaldo score goal #256?

Cristiano Ronaldo scored official career goal #256 on 2008-07-17 playing for Manchester United against Espanyol in the Premier League (2008/09 season).

What minute was goal #256 scored and what was the final score?

The goal was scored in the 59' minute of the match. The final match result was Manchester United 1 - 1 Espanyol (Home fixture).

How did Cristiano Ronaldo score goal #256?

The goal was executed with the Right Foot via a Open Play following an assist from Ruud van Nistelrooy, from an estimated distance of ~15 meters (xG value: 0.42).

What milestone does goal #256 represent in Cristiano Ronaldo's Road to 1000 Goals?

This represents goal #256 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.