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Pep Guardiola explains how he made Cristiano Ronaldo ‘suffer’ in Manchester derby

Pep Guardiola explains how he made Cristiano Ronaldo ‘suffer’ in Manchester derby

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Pep Guardiola claims Manchester City planned to make Cristiano Ronaldo suffer by starving Manchester United of possession at Old Trafford. City coasted to victory in the derby as an own goal from Eric Bailly and a strike from close range by Bernardo Silva sealed a 2-0 win for the Premier League side. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Red devils looks far short of being able to compete with City as they registered only one shot on target, while Ronaldo had the fewest touches out of any player who started the game. And Guardiola has revealed that City’s game plan was to control the entire match, meaning that United’s attempts to only play on the counter-attack would give limited chances for Ronaldo to be involved.      (adsbygoogle = window.ads...
Rio Ferdinand calls out Cristiano Ronaldo ‘blasphemy’ at Man Utd

Rio Ferdinand calls out Cristiano Ronaldo ‘blasphemy’ at Man Utd

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Rio Ferdinand believes the criticism aimed at Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo is a “disgrace” which is tantamount to “blasphemy”. The Portugal international has scored seven goals in ten matches for the club after his return and notched his first assist in the 3-0 victory over Tottenham on Saturday. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But the 4-2 defeat to Leicester City and the 5-0 thrashing at the hands of Liverpool led to criticism over United’s work off the ball, with Ronaldo bearing the brunt of the condemnation. And Ferdinand says it’s direspectful to have a pop at the former Juventus player for his lack of pressing. Solskjaer sends warning to ‘sulking’ Man Utd players Ian Wright backs Chelsea to win Premier League title this season ...
Cristiano Ronaldo ’embarrassed’ by Man Utd’s form under Solskjaer

Cristiano Ronaldo ’embarrassed’ by Man Utd’s form under Solskjaer

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Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly ’embarrassed’ by Manchester United’s form under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. United made a promising start to the campaign, winning three of their first four matches to underline their Premier League title credentials. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But the club’s inconsistent form under Solskjaer returned and they lost their opening Champions League game before being dumped out of the EFL Cup by West Ham. Solskjaer hits out at ‘blatant lies’ after Man Utd’s defeat to Liverpool Antonio Conte’s stance on Maguire as he comes under fire in Man Utd dressing room Man Utd duo angered by Solskjaer & seeking assurances over their futures Another home defeat to Aston Villa followed, while the Red devils needed a late winner...
Cristiano Ronaldo becoming ‘irritated’ with Man Utd star after Liverpool defeat

Cristiano Ronaldo becoming ‘irritated’ with Man Utd star after Liverpool defeat

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Manchester United’s senior squad members are infuriated by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s failings with his players and have noticed that Cristiano Ronaldo has become irritated with Mason Greenwood as a result. Solskjaer’s position as United manager is under huge threat after their 5-0 defeat to Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); On Monday, reports claimed that the club’s hierarchy are now considering sacking Solskjaer before the club’s next Premier League clash against Tottenham on Saturday. Gary Neville names three Man Utd players Solskjaer doesn’t trust Solskjaer’s comments on quitting Man Utd job after emphatic Liverpool loss Cristiano Ronaldo reveals who to blame for Man Utd’s 5-0 defeat to Liverpool The humbling ...
Cristiano Ronaldo reveals who to blame for Man Utd’s 5-0 defeat to Liverpool

Cristiano Ronaldo reveals who to blame for Man Utd’s 5-0 defeat to Liverpool

Premier League
Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo says the players will shoulder the blame for yesterday’s hammering at the hands of Liverpool, saying: “This is on us, only on us.” The Red devils were utterly humiliated by their arch-rivals as Jurgen Klopp’s team ran riot to win 5-0 at the theatre of dreams. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Mo Salah continued his superb form to become the first opposition player to ever score a Premier League hat-trick at Old Trafford, with Diogo Jota and Naby Keita also on getting a goal eax. Solskjaer’s comments on quitting Man Utd job after emphatic Liverpool loss Man Utd players demand Cristiano Ronaldo take up new role after dressing room blast Luke Shaw responds to Solskjaer criticism after Man Utd’s defeat to Li...
Cristiano Ronaldo slammed ‘unacceptable’ Man Utd teammates in half-time rant vs Atalanta

Cristiano Ronaldo slammed ‘unacceptable’ Man Utd teammates in half-time rant vs Atalanta

Premier League
Cristiano Ronaldo gave his shocked Manchester United team-mates the hairdryer treatment after they went 2-0 down against Atalanta. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was trying to calm down feuding United players in the dressing room after their poor first half display on Wednesday. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ronaldo took charge by taking a leaf out of Sir Alex Ferguson’s playbook to inspire the win. A United source told SunSport: “Cristiano addressed the whole team and told them that the performance was unacceptable. Jurgen Klopp fires back at Solskjaer in row over Man Utd’s penalties Bruno Fernandes responds to Man Utd fans calling for Solskjaer’s sack Chiellini hits out at Cristiano Ronaldo: ‘You should have left Juventus earlier’ “He asked if they w...
Jurgen Klopp names where Mohamed Salah Is better than Cristiano Ronaldo

Jurgen Klopp names where Mohamed Salah Is better than Cristiano Ronaldo

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Cristiano Ronaldo is “probably” better at heading a ball and using his right foot than Mohamed Salah, according to Liverpool head coach Jurgen Klopp. Ronaldo has scored six in eight games since returning to Manchester United in the summer transfer window despite some criticism of his displays. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Salah, meanwhile, has bagged 12 goals in 11 Premier League and Champions League games for Liverpool this season with some pundits asking if he is now the best player on current form. When asked about comparisons between the two players, Liverpool manager Klopp told a Friday press conference: “Why should we compare?. Obviously both are world-class players.      (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); “Even th...
Cristiano Ronaldo recommends Solskjaer replacement to Man Utd

Cristiano Ronaldo recommends Solskjaer replacement to Man Utd

Premier League
Cristiano Ronaldo has recommended Zinedine Zidane to Manchester United board as a possible replacement for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, according to reports in Spain. The United manager has come under increased pressure at Old Trafford after their 4-2 defeat to Leicester City on Saturday, which has left them without a victory in their last three Premier League matches. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); It’s believed that the club's hierarchy are giving their full support to Solskjaer and are confident Solskjaer, who signed a three-year deal in July, will improve their performances. Rio Ferdinand reveals anger at Paul Pogba’s criticism of Solskjaer Man Utd stars questioning Jadon Sancho transfer amid poor form Ian Wright criticises Ben White & Pepe afte...
Brendan Rodgers reveals how Leicester kept Cristiano Ronaldo quiet in win over Man Utd

Brendan Rodgers reveals how Leicester kept Cristiano Ronaldo quiet in win over Man Utd

Premier League
Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers has praised his players for refusing to get caught up in the hype surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo during their win over Manchester United, with the opposition boasting ‘huge talent’ on the pitch. Mason Greenwood broke the deadlock with a sweet long-range strike but Youri Tielemans soon equalised and United were well beaten in the final 20 minutes at the King Power Stadium, with Soyuncu, Jamie Vardy and Patson Daka all getting on the scoresheet. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Marcus Rashford scored on his return to give United a glimmer of hope in the 82nd minute but Leicester were firm to consign Solskjaer's side to a fourth defeat in eight matches. Man Utd stars questioning Jadon Sancho transfer amid poor form Paul P...
Rashford sends message to Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of injury return

Rashford sends message to Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of injury return

Premier League
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford concedes it’s a ‘great feeling’ to have Cristiano Ronaldo back at the club. The Portugal international completed a sensational return to Old Trafford in August and he’ he already scored five goals since joining from Juventus. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Rashford is yet to play alongside Ronaldo as he’s currently recovering from a shoulder operation but he scored in a behind-closed-doors friendly last week and is close to a return. And the England star admits he can’t wait to play alongside Ronaldo, who he feels can guide the Red devils to silverware.      (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‘That’s a great feeling for me, as a player, but also as a fan of the club as well,’ said ...
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