Cristiano Ronaldo equals Santillana's goal-scoring record

Tomiwa Babalola

Cristiano Ronaldo’s second goal for Real Madrid on Sunday has equaled the goal-scoring record of Santillana, who also reined at the club.

The three-time world footballer of the year after returning from a two match ban has failed to score for his side until yesterday.

Real’s victory has now made the club go four points clear of their title contender, Barcelona who were beaten 1-0 by Malaga on Saturday.

The Portugal international's header was his 290th goal for Los Blancos in his 280^th appearance for the European champions, putting him level with former Spain striker Santillana.

Ronaldo has achieved the feat in 280 appearances for Real, which is 362 fewer than it took Santillana to reach the total.

Only Alfredo di Stefano (307 goals) and Raul (323) remain in front of the former Manchester United player. espnfc