Champions League: Ronaldo stuns Buffon as Real Madrid outplay Juventus

Defending champions Real Madrid thrashed Juventus by 3-0 in the first leg of UEFA Champions League round of 8 at Juventus Stadium, Italy.

Gianluigi Buffon was astounded by the visitors as Juve does not have the tendency to let in many goals but suffered a tragic defeat it the first leg. Now, the chances of reaching across the deficit are very less.

Portuguese striker Cristiano Ronaldo put Madrid forward within three minutes after the game started as he netted a beautiful assist of Marcelo on the left-hand edge of the six-yard box.

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Though Real Madrid was leading but without a doubt, Juventus played better in the first half when it comes to intent and creating chances.

Also, the Real's midfielder Toni Kroos was proved unlucky when his ferocious strike was deflected off the bar.

Argentine Paulo Dybala tried to level the score in the sixth minute but Real's defender Sergio Ramos closed down the chance. Juventus got many chances but their conversion rate was very poor. The team looked under pressure.

In the second half, Charismatic Cristiano stunned the hosts by an amazing overhead kick to give a 2-0 lead.

Marcelo stunned Gigi Buffon to score the third goal to stretch the lead further.

Dybala received a yellow card in the first half but in the 66th minute, he was sent off by the referee for kicking into Carvajal’s ribs.

Also, Real Madrid's captain Sergio Ramos will miss the leg 2 clash which is scheduled onApril 12.