Rasmus Hojlund Shatters Cristiano Ronaldo’s Scoring Record in Dramatic Win for Manchester United

In a thrilling 4-3 victory against Wolves on Thursday night, Rasmus Hojlund of Manchester United made history by breaking a scoring record previously held by Cristiano Ronaldo since 2007. The Danish striker not only scored United’s second goal but also played a crucial role in assisting Marcus Rashford for the opener, securing his place as the youngest player to achieve this feat in the Premier League at 20 years and 362 days.

Hojlund’s Impact and Record-Breaking Performance

The emerging star showcased his prowess by contributing to both goals in back-to-back Premier League matches, replicating his previous efforts against Tottenham. This achievement surpasses the record set by club legend Cristiano Ronaldo, who accomplished the same feat against Watford and Tottenham in 2007 at the age of 21 years and 363 days.

Summer Signing Finding His Stride

Rasmus Hojlund, acquired by Manchester United in a £72 million deal during the summer, faced challenges in adapting to the Premier League. Despite earlier struggles, the Danish striker has now found his form, scoring in his last three Premier League outings. With five goals in the Champions League and a crucial league goal against Aston Villa, Hojlund’s recent performances suggest a promising trajectory.

Key Moments in the Wolves Clash

Against Wolves, Hojlund’s goal and Rashford’s early strike set United on the path to what seemed like a comfortable victory. However, the match took unexpected turns, with Pablo Sarabia’s penalty, Scott McTominay’s goal, and late Wolves goals from Max Kilman and Pedro Neto leveling the score. In the seventh minute of stoppage time, Kobbie Mainoo’s stunning goal secured all three points for Manchester United in a dramatic finish.

Hojlund’s Season Stats

With his latest goal at Wolves, Rasmus Hojlund has accumulated nine goals in 27 appearances across all competitions this season. As the Danish striker continues to make an impact, his contributions become increasingly vital for Manchester United’s aspirations in both domestic and European competitions.