Cristiano Ronaldo struck twice to power Italian League champions Juventus to 2-1 victory over Sassuolo in Sunday's Serie A clash at the Allianz Stadium.
The Portugal international had endured dry start to his campaign at his new club having gone three matches without a goal.
His first goal of the game in the 50th minute and doubled his side's lead 15 minutes after to maintain their 100% start to the season.
The 33-year-old after opening his goal account at the club with a brace revealed that he was already getting anxious after going three games without a goal.
His opener according to the Sun was his 28th shot attempt of the campaign, and he has expressed his delight at scoring in front of his home fans.
"I was a little bit anxious as expectations were high. I really wanted to score, so I'm happy, " Ronaldo said after the game.
"Of course, there was attention after my arrival in Turin, but life is like that .
"I'm happy. I'm working well and my team-mates help me to adapt to this championship. "
Ronaldo then turned his attention to Wednesday's Champions League tie against Valencia, as he looks to fire Juve to their first European title since 1996.
He added: " It is the competition I love most, we hope to have luck, it will be a difficult group, but I cannot wait. "
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