Cristiano Ronaldo returned Manchester United to the top four of the Premier League with a hat-trick against Tottenham, writing his name in history as the top goalscorer of all time.

According to official FIFA statistics, Ronaldo's new total of 807 career goals eclipses Josef Bican's long-standing record of 805 goals.

For this great achievement in his career, Ronaldo reacted through an article on social networks where he said that he is proud of such a great achievement, KosovaPress reports.

"Proud to overcome another challenge by becoming the world's top club goalscorer, just 6 months after becoming the world's top international goalscorer. Nothing but respect for Romário, one of the best strikers of all time! Thanks to all the players I have met during my career, thanks to all the clubs I have represented, thanks to all my fans and above all thanks to my wonderful family. I couldn't have done anything without you!", wrote the Portuguese star.