Cristiano Ronaldo: Lampard Admits Man Utd Star Is ‘One of the Greatest’ After History Making Goal vs Everton

• Cristiano Ronaldo inked his name into history books after he netted his 700th club goal against Everton
• The forward came off the bench for Man United to find the back of the net against the Toffees on Sunday
• Frank Lampard could not help it but hail the 37-year-old for reaching yet another milestone in his illustrious career
• United won the tie 2-1, with Antony also getting his name on the scoresheet for the Red Devils

Frank Lampard has showered Cristiano Ronaldo with praise following his latest career milestone.

The veteran striker scored his 700th club goal on Sunday, October 9, during Man United's Premier League clash with Everton.

Ronaldo started the match from the bench, with Erik ten Hag opting to start Anthony Martial up front to lead the attack.

However, Martial could not see out the first half of the match after he picked an injury, with Ronaldo introduced in his place.

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The Portuguese talisman wasted no time in making an impact as he handed United the lead with a minute left before the interval.

The goal helped him hit a fresh milestone in his career as he became the first footballer on the planet to score 700 goals at the club level.

The achievement sparked another debate on who, between Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, is better.

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But while speaking about Ronaldo's history-making goal, Lampard was quick to highlight the forward's incredible achievement as a footballer.

According to the former midfielder, Ronaldo and Messi are undeniably the greatest players to grace the game.

"He is one of the greatest players that has graced the game, ever, in an era when we have had himself and Lionel Messi," Daily Mail quoted Lampard saying.

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"The comparison between them doesn’t matter; they are both incredible players in football history," the Everton boss added.

Wayne Rooney sends Ronaldo urgent message

Earlier, Sports Brief reported Wayne Rooney has shared his feelings on Cristiano Ronaldo's ongoing struggles at Manchester United.

Ronaldo has seen himself play a less influential role under Erik ten Hag, with the forward starting just once for United in the EPL.

Rooney contends that the time could be ripe for the Portugal international to hang his boots because 'time catches up with us all.'