His 30 league goals in 30 games this season put the 35-year-old alongside Ciro Immobile, who scored late for Lazio, as Serie A’s top scorers.
Juventus had been without a victory in three games before Monday’s game, but the victory saw Bianconeri move eight points ahead of Inter Milan, which came in second, with four games remaining and close to a ninth consecutive title of the league.
Ronaldo downplayed his historic goal on the final whistle.
“We are doing a phenomenal job and the important thing is to finish like this, to win: the records come from a natural process, but what matters is bringing home the league title.”
After a goalless first half, Ronaldo broke the deadlock from the penalty spot after Bastos was judged to have handled the ball in the box.
His second came minutes later, courtesy of a long career from Paulo Dybala, who gained possession in his own half and selflessly fed Ronaldo in front of goal.
Immobile retired one for the away side with eight minutes to play after Leonardo Bonucci dropped him in the Juventus area and converted the resulting penalty, but the loss sees Lazio still fourth.
Meanwhile, Juventus needs at least four points to secure the title.
“All games are difficult now, and in the space of six days, we played three games,” manager Maurizio Sarri said.
“Therefore, we must stay focused and think about securing missing points.”
“Cristiano is an impressive player because he has the extraordinary ability to complete a quick recovery between games.”
“Not only physically, but above all mentally: he is a champion with his feet, but also with his head.”
Juventus will face Udinese on Thursday.
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