The 2007-09 seasons saw Cristiano Ronaldo ascend to the status of the world’s best player, spearheading United’s dominance as they secured back-to-back Premier League titles and the 2008 Champions League. His legendary 2007-08 campaign featured a staggering 42 goals and his first Ballon d’Or, highlighted by iconic moments like his unstoppable free-kick against Portsmouth and a maiden hat-trick against Newcastle.