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Cristiano Ronaldo equals Champions League appearance record as he starts Young Boys clash to go level with Real Madrid legend Iker Casillas

Cristiano Ronaldo has reached another landmark in his storied career after being named in the starting line-up to face Young Boys in the champions League on Tuesday evening.

The 36-year-old played the full 90 minutes and scored twice as he made his second debut for Manchester United in the Premier League on Saturday.

And he was back on the team sheet for the European opener.

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It marked Ronaldo's 177th Champions League appearance - equalling the record held by Real Madrid legend Casillas.