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#3 The Ronaldo factor
There is no doubt that Real Madrid’s good fortunes in the Champions League have been aided by the form of the talismanic Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese star has been the driving force of this Real Madrid team and has often dug them out whenever they find themselves in a hole.
Ronaldo became just the second player in the history of the Champions League to score in nine consecutive games after netting against PSG in the second-leg game – the first being Ruud van Nistelrooy.
The 33-year-old is also the top scorer in the competition this season with 12 goals from just eight games. It is, therefore, fair to say that Real Madrid almost start every game knowing they are a goal up when the former Manchester United forward is in the starting line-up.
Ronaldo has played a key role in Madrid’s last three Champions League triumphs, with his goals helping Los Blancos to down even the most stubborn oppositions. It looks like he has picked form at the right moment as the club aims to rule over Europe once again. On a good day, the Portugal international is simply unplayable and his current form gives Madrid an edge over their rivals.
