In Juventus’ 3-1 win over Udinese, which keeps the defending Serie A champion tied atop standings with Inter Milan, the 34-year-old Portuguese Cristiano Ronaldo  became the firstplayer in history to hit double-digit goals in 15 consecutive seasons within Europe’s top-five leagues. Before joining Juve in 2018, Ronaldo played for Real Madrid in 2009-18 and ManchesterUnited in 2003-2009, after launching his career with Portugal’s Sporting.

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