Goal #42

Manchester United vs Wigan Athletic (2006)

Cristiano Ronaldo scored the 42nd goal of his career on March 6, 2006, playing for Manchester United against Wigan Athletic in Wigan, in the Premier League. The goal levelled the game at 1–1; the match finished 2–1.

It was his 26th goal for Manchester United and his 2nd against Wigan Athletic.

It was his 8th goal of 2006. From here he needed 958 more to reach 1,000.

Goal facts

Date

March 6, 2006

Team

Manchester United

Opponent

Wigan Athletic

Competition

Premier League

City

Wigan

Score after the goal

1–1

Final score

2–1

Goal in the match

1 / 1