Cristiano Ronaldo says Sporting match a warning
Cristiano Ronaldo led Real Madrid's fightback against Sporting LIsbon, scoring the equaliser in the 89th minute before Morata scored the winner.</br><a title="Celta vs Real Madrid live online: LaLiga" href="https://en.as.com/en/2018/01/07/football/1515347584_288539.html">Celta-Real Madrid: LaLiga</a>
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Ronaldo scores stunning free-kick against Sporting Lisbon
Cristiano Ronaldo scored the vital equaliser against Sporting Lisbon in Real Madrid's opening Champions League Group F match at the Bernabéu, leading to Álvaro Morata's winner deep into time added on.
Ronaldo maintains record against former clubs
Ronaldo was quiet for much of the match, but scored a sublime free-kick to maintain his 100% scoring record against his former clubs.
Ronaldo interview
Ronaldo spoke after the game:
The game: "Sporting played really well and made things tough for us. But Madrid have made history with their fightbacks in this legendary stadium. But this was a warning that we can't be so soft or we'll be dominated. We want to be first in the group".
Praise from Raúl: "He's a friend and his words are an honour because he's someone I admire as a person and a player. He's been with us over the last few days."
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