Goal #56

Manchester United vs Wigan Athletic (2006)

Cristiano Ronaldo scored the 56th goal of his career on December 26, 2006, playing for Manchester United against Wigan Athletic in Manchester, in the Premier League. The goal put Manchester United 1–0 up; the match finished 3–1.

It was his 36th goal for Manchester United and his 3rd against Wigan Athletic. He scored 2 that day and this was the 1st.

It was his 22nd goal of 2006. From here he needed 944 more to reach 1,000.

Goal facts

Date

December 26, 2006

Team

Manchester United

Opponent

Wigan Athletic

Competition

Premier League

City

Manchester

Score after the goal

1–0

Final score

3–1

Goal in the match

1 / 2