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Jul52020 by JBNo Comments

Mason Greenwood overtakes Cristiano Ronaldo’s record at Man Utd

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Manchester United younster Mason Greenwood surpassed Cristiano Ronaldo’s goal-scoring record against Bournemouth. Greenwood grabbed a brace as the Red devils destroyed Eddie Howe's side 5-2 in the Premier League at the theatre of dreams. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The United teenager has now scored 15 goals for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side in his first full campaign. In doing so, the 18-year-old forward overtook Ronaldo’s record of six goals in the 2003/2004 seseon and two off Wayne Rooney’s tally the folowing campaign. While speaking after their win over Bournemouth, Greenwood’s teammate, Marcus Rashford hailed the player for his outstanding performance against the visitors. Rashford said: “I don’t want to put too much emphasis on him, just let...

Jun182020 by JBNo Comments

Maurizio Sarri aims dig at Cristiano Ronaldo after Juventus lose final

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Juventus boss Maurizio Sarri claims Cristiano Ronaldo is ‘lacking sharpness’ after the club's defeat to Napoli in the Coppa Italia final on Wednesday. A penalty shootout was needed to conclude the game after it ended goalless in normal time and Napoli ran out 4-2 winners. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Paulo Dybala and Danilo missed their spot-kicks, which allowed Napoli head coach Gennaro Gattuso to secure his first major trophy ever as a manager. Meanwhile, the loss makes it the first time Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has suffered consecutive defeats in finals during his club career. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The former Real Madrid forward did not take any penalty in the shootout as he was being held back ...

Jun62020 by JBNo Comments

Modric reveals the moment Mourinho nearly made Ronaldo cry

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Jose Mourinho and Cristiano Ronaldo did not always see eye to eye during their time together at Real Madrid, despite enjoying good success together. The pair combined to astonishing effect in the 2011/12 campaign when Real Madrid toppled arch rivals Barca to win La Liga, finishing the year with 100 points scoring121 goals. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); This week it was announced that Ronaldo had become the world's first billionaire footballer, and he won league titles and trophies galore with Manchester United, Madrid and Italian side Juventus. Ronaldo was a key part of Real Madrid’s success in a team which also boasted the goalscoring talents of Karim Benzema and Gonzalo Higuain. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Mourinho...

Jun52020 by JBNo Comments

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes the first footballer to earn $1billion

La Liga

Juventus superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first footballer in the world to earn $1 billion in his career ahead of Lionel Messi. The 33-year-old forward has become only the third sports person to reach the milestone, joining Tiger Woods and Floyd Mayweather Jr on the list, according to Forbes. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ronaldo raked in £85million in the last year from his wages and endorsement deals, pushing the Portugal international into billions for career earnings. His annual earnings were actually down nine per cent, after he took a £3.5m cut on his wages due to the coronavirus pandemic at Juventus. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, it was still enough for Ronaldo to reach the $1bn mark before his...

May132020 by JBNo Comments

Jurgen Klopp explains why Messi is better than Ronaldo

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Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has picked Lionel Messi over Cristiano Ronaldo, even though he said the Juve superstar was close to a "perfect player". Messi and Ronaldo are widely regarded as two of the greatest players of all-time, although talks about who is better continues to be debated . (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); While Klopp prefers Messi, the German coach paid tribute to both for their dominance, which has seen them win 11 of the past 12 Ballons d'Or awards. Klopp lauded Cristiano Ronaldo's physical build, but said Messi was able to display his magic while making it seem so easy. Premier League to ban tackling in new plan for project restart Chelsea close to signing Man Utd’s Angel Gomes "For me Messi, but I couldn't admire Ronaldo mor...

May52020 by JBNo Comments

Revealed: Man Utd were ’99 per cent sure’ they’d sign Ronaldo & Bale in 2013

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Sir Alex Ferguson claimed to be “99 per cent sure” that Cristiano Ronaldo would return to the club and Gareth Bale would join from Tottenham before heading retiring in 2013, says Patrice Evra. Having previously backtracked on a decision to walk away from coaching, the legendary manager rocked the sporting world when he stepped down from an iconic post after 27 years. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Evra claims he had been told that no change in the dugout would be made, with the Red devils instead looking to put ambitious transfer agreements in place for two world class forwards. Cristiano Ronaldo, though, was to remain at Real Madrid, with Gareth Bale joining him at Santiago Bernabeu. Juventus confirm talks with Barcelona over Arthur and Miraslem Pj...

Apr202020 by JBNo Comments

Rooney reveals the best player between Messi & Ronaldo

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Former Manchester United player Wayne Rooney believes Lionel Messi is above the "incredible" Cristiano Ronaldo because the Barcelona attacker "will torture you before he kills you." Rooney and Ronaldo tormented defences during their time as team-mates in an outstanding United team before the Portugal forward moved to Real Madrid in 2009. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); They spent a total of five years together at Old Trafford, a spell that produced three Premier League titles and Champions League victory in 2007-8, a feat that sealed Cristiano Ronaldo's first Ballon d'Or. Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have gone on to claim the prize an amazing 11 times between them, with Luka Modric the only other player to land the award since 2007. • Chelsea stars agree...

Apr112020 by JBNo Comments

Cristiano Ronaldo sent ‘no privilege’ training warning

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Cristiano Ronaldo has been given warning that he has “no privilege” when it comes to coronavirus lockdown rules, with the Juventus forward having been seen training at Madeira’s national stadium. The Portugal international returned to his homeland prior to the Conoravirus crisis shutting down football around the world. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); He has remained in Portugal after seeing his mother suffer a health scare and his club grant permission for a number of senior players to remain away from Turin. • Frank Lampard on the same level as a player as Zinedine Zidane • former Liverpool boss Kenny Dalglish tests positive for coronavirus Ronaldo has been keeping himself in shape during the break, with the 35-year-old striker eager to hit the g...

Apr82020 by JBNo Comments

Ronaldo mocks Man Utd star Bruno Fernandes over workout on Instagram

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Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo has mocked Portugal team-mate Bruno Fernandes after the Manchester United player attempted his abs challenge. The 35-year-old last weekend challenged his Instagram followers to a "core crusher" test, with the former Real Madrid star hitting a remarkable 142 reps in just 45 seconds. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Alongside a couple of sporting figures, Fernandes - who has starred for the Red devils since making a January move to Old Trafford - tried the challenge out for himself. ● Udinese chief Marino confirms Premier League will 'release statement' to declare season is cancelled ● Tottenham reprimand Mourinho and players for breaking coronavirus rules Upon completing it, the midfielder wrote on Instagram: "#Nik...

Apr22020 by JBNo Comments

Neville reveals the ‘big problem’ that made Cristiano Ronaldo leave Man Utd

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Gary Neville concedes the Manchester United team were not shocked when Cristiano Ronaldo left the club for Madrid, claiming the weather in England was a ‘big problem’ for him. The Portugal international made a then world-record £80million move to Santiago Bernabeu in 2009, having hinted a year earlier – after the club's Champions League final victory over Chelsea – that he was ready to leave. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Neville says the team were prepared for his exit as a result and he never tried to convince him to stay at the club, having sensed that he had his heart set on a transfer move to sunny Spain. Speaking on Sky Sports, Neville said: ‘I think because he did the interview after the 2008 final where he sort of alluded to the fact that ...