Ronaldo breaks Champions League appearance record after starting against Villarreal

 The 36-year-old equalled the record earlier this month but is now out in front on his own

Cristiano Ronaldo reached another milestone in his already glittering career by breaking the all-time Champions League appearance record.

The Portugal forward was named in the Manchester United starting line-up for the group stage match against Villarreal at Old Trafford on Wednesday.

In doing so he made his 178th appearance in the competition, moving ahead of former Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas at the top of the standings.



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