At 33 years of age, Ronaldo is becoming better by the day producing his best form at this stage of the season. - April 10, 2018 He has never scored more at this point... nor played less. With his goal in the derby, the striker has 24 goals in 15 games so far this calendar year. At a rate of 1.6 goals per game, his figures have surpassed all his previous seasons. Cristiano Ronaldo's goals to April 8 2018 - 24 goals | 15 games | 1.6 goals per game 2017 - 10 goals | 17 games | 0.59 goals per game 2016 - 17 goals | 17 games | 1 goal per game 2015 - 16 goals | 17 games | 0.94 goals per game 2014 - 18 goals | 20 games | 0.9 goals per game 2013 - 23 goals | 20 games | 1.15 goals per game 2012 - 24 goals | 23 games | 1.04 goals per game 2011 - 13 goals | 18 games | 0.72 goals per game 2010 - 12 goals | 15 games | 0.8 goals per game Against Atletico, he once again showed his best side, creating danger and being decisive. A beautiful volley, with just enough power, achieved the almost impossible: beating Jan Oblak. With half an hour to go, Zinedine Zidane subbed on Karim Benzema in his place, and rather than seeing the gesticulations of the old Ronaldo, the Portuguese left the pitch happily and as though he expected to see his shirt number aloft. His reaction was in stark contrast to the angry boos and whistles that greeted the Frenchman. If Zidane has accustomed Cristiano Ronaldo to rest at vital moments, he has also ensured the supporters understand his decision. The result of that combination of effectiveness and rest is the best Ronaldo ever.