<p>Putting fierce rivalry aside, Manchester United and Liverpool fans united to show support for grieving Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of their Premier League match on Tuesday (April 19) at Anfield.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Fans from both sets showed the real class of the game with a minute of applause, with tributes being paid to Man Utd forward Ronaldo a day after he revealed his newborn baby son had died.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the seventh minute of the league match, Liverpool fans even sang their club's anthem 'You'll Never Walk Alone'. They specifically chose the seventh minute as it is Ronaldo's shirt number at United.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During the match, both Manchester United and Liverpool players wore black armbands as a tribute and mark of respect to Ronaldo and his family.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodriguez on Monday announced that their newborn baby son has died. Previously, in a social media post last October, the couple announced that they were expecting twins.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In his latest post, Ronaldo informed the fans that his son has died and also revealed the birth of a baby girl. "It is with deep sadness we have to announce that our baby boy passed away," Ronaldo and Rodriguez said in a joint statement. &nbsp;</p>

<p>After the match, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp also spoke about the fan-led applause, hailing it as the "moment of the game."</p>

<p>"So many things are much more important in life than football, we feel for Cristiano and his family. That is exactly how football should be with all rivalry aside at this moment," Klopp said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"There is only one thing that is important and it was a show of class. All our thoughts, from the moment we heard about it are with Cristiano and his family. "I cannot even imagine how it must be and we really feel for him," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Ronaldo missed the match to be with his family. Ahead of the crucial game, United said in a statement: "Family is more important than everything and Ronaldo is supporting his loved ones at this immensely difficult time."&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the match, Mohamed Salah scored twice as Liverpool comfortably beat old rivals Manchester United 4-0 to move top of the Premier League.&nbsp;</p>

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Putting fierce rivalry aside, Manchester United and Liverpool fans united to show support for grieving Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of their Premier League match on Tuesday (April 19) at Anfield.

Putting fierce rivalry aside, Manchester United and Liverpool fans united to show support for grieving Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of their Premier League match on Tuesday (April 19) at Anfield. Fans from both sets showed the real class of the game with a minute of applause, with tributes being paid to Man Utd forward Ronaldo a day after he revealed his newborn baby son had died. In the seventh minute of the league match, Liverpool fans even sang their club's anthem 'You'll Never Walk Alone'. They specifically chose the seventh minute as it is Ronaldo's shirt number at United. During the match, both Manchester United and Liverpool players wore black armbands as a tribute and mark of respect to Ronaldo and his family. Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodriguez on Monday announced that their newborn baby son has died. Previously, in a social media post last October, the couple announced that they were expecting twins. ALSO READ | Mohamed Salah scores twice as Liverpool thrash rivals Manchester United 4-0 In his latest post, Ronaldo informed the fans that his son has died and also revealed the birth of a baby girl. "It is with deep sadness we have to announce that our baby boy passed away," Ronaldo and Rodriguez said in a joint statement. After the match, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp also spoke about the fan-led applause, hailing it as the "moment of the game." "So many things are much more important in life than football, we feel for Cristiano and his family. That is exactly how football should be with all rivalry aside at this moment," Klopp said. "There is only one thing that is important and it was a show of class. All our thoughts, from the moment we heard about it are with Cristiano and his family. "I cannot even imagine how it must be and we really feel for him," he added. Anfield Applauding for 1 Min straight for Cristiano Ronaldo in the 7th Minute. Respect ❤️ pic.twitter.com/m8Gfui0Z95 — Albi 🇽🇰 (@albiFCB7) April 19, 2022 × Ronaldo missed the match to be with his family. Ahead of the crucial game, United said in a statement: "Family is more important than everything and Ronaldo is supporting his loved ones at this immensely difficult time." In the match, Mohamed Salah scored twice as Liverpool comfortably beat old rivals Manchester United 4-0 to move top of the Premier League. Manchester fans sing VIVA RONALDO and Liverpool fans sing You’ll Never Walk Alone for Cristiano Ronaldo. ❤👏pic.twitter.com/v2znX5o9XE — The CR7 Timeline. (@TimelineCR7) April 19, 2022 × Liverpool fans. Respect 👏 pic.twitter.com/QefV1ZtjEM — Kevin (@UnbiasedKevin) April 19, 2022 × KLOPP on Cristiano Ronaldo: "The seventh minute saw everyone show class. There are so many things much more important in life than football. It was a thought for Cristiano and his family." ❤👏pic.twitter.com/ZlXsby6OWW — The CR7 Timeline. (@TimelineCR7) April 19, 2022 ×

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<p>In an incredible&nbsp;gesture, Manchester United and Liverpool fans will unite to pay a heartfelt tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo following the tragic loss of his newborn son. United and Liverpool fans will unite to hold a minute's applause for Ronaldo during the clash between the two sides in the English Premier League on Wednesday.</p>

<p>Liverpool and Manchester United share one of the greatest rivalries in English football but the two arch-rivals have decided to unite for a great cause. The fans of both teams will showcase the gesture during the seventh minute of the clash at the Anfield. The applause will be held in the seventh minute keeping Ronaldo's iconic shirt number in mind.</p>

<p>Ronaldo had taken to social media on Monday (April 18) to share the tragic news of the passing away of his son in an emotional post. The Portuguese international is all set to miss the game against Liverpool and will not be on the field to acknowledge the gesture from the two sets of fans as he remains with his family in the difficult phase.</p>

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<p>Manchester United released an official statement confirming the gesture in solidarity by the two sets of fans. United revealed the idea was originally suggested by the Liverpool fans and that despite sharing an intense rivalry on the field the two clubs have a deep-rooted respect for each other which will be highlighted by the great gesture.</p>

<p>"A fan-led minute’s applause will be held in the seventh minute of the game in a tribute to the Portuguese striker and his partner Georgina, after they announced the loss of their new-born baby boy on Monday," said Manchester United in a statement.</p>

<p>"Messages of support from across the football world are continually flooding in on social media and everybody’s thoughts are with the Ronaldo family right now. While United and Liverpool share English football's greatest rivalry, there is a deep-rooted respect held between the two clubs and that will be highlighted by the minute’s applause, which was initially suggested by fans of the Merseyside team," the club added.</p>

<p>It will be a crucial clash for both Liverpool and Manchester United at the Anfield. While the hosts will be looking to go past leaders Manchester City with a win, United will be aiming to stay put in the race for top four with a crucial three points.</p>


In an incredible gesture, Manchester United and Liverpool fans will unite to pay a heartfelt tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo following the tragic loss of his newborn son.

In an incredible gesture, Manchester United and Liverpool fans will unite to pay a heartfelt tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo following the tragic loss of his newborn son. United and Liverpool fans will unite to hold a minute's applause for Ronaldo during the clash between the two sides in the English Premier League on Wednesday. Liverpool and Manchester United share one of the greatest rivalries in English football but the two arch-rivals have decided to unite for a great cause. The fans of both teams will showcase the gesture during the seventh minute of the clash at the Anfield. The applause will be held in the seventh minute keeping Ronaldo's iconic shirt number in mind. Ronaldo had taken to social media on Monday (April 18) to share the tragic news of the passing away of his son in an emotional post. The Portuguese international is all set to miss the game against Liverpool and will not be on the field to acknowledge the gesture from the two sets of fans as he remains with his family in the difficult phase. Also Read: Cristiano Ronaldo to skip Manchester United-Liverpool clash after death of his newborn son Manchester United released an official statement confirming the gesture in solidarity by the two sets of fans. United revealed the idea was originally suggested by the Liverpool fans and that despite sharing an intense rivalry on the field the two clubs have a deep-rooted respect for each other which will be highlighted by the great gesture. "A fan-led minute’s applause will be held in the seventh minute of the game in a tribute to the Portuguese striker and his partner Georgina, after they announced the loss of their new-born baby boy on Monday," said Manchester United in a statement. "Messages of support from across the football world are continually flooding in on social media and everybody’s thoughts are with the Ronaldo family right now. While United and Liverpool share English football's greatest rivalry, there is a deep-rooted respect held between the two clubs and that will be highlighted by the minute’s applause, which was initially suggested by fans of the Merseyside team," the club added. It will be a crucial clash for both Liverpool and Manchester United at the Anfield. While the hosts will be looking to go past leaders Manchester City with a win, United will be aiming to stay put in the race for top four with a crucial three points.

Man Utd, Liverpool fans to hold a minute's applause for Cristiano Ronaldo following demise of his baby boy

<p>Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodriguez on Monday (April 18) announced that their newborn baby son has died.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a social media post last October, the couple announced that they were expecting twins. In his latest post, Ronaldo informed the fans that his son has died and also revealed the birth of a baby girl. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Ronaldo and Rodriguez said in a joint statement on social media: "It is with deep sadness we have to announce that our baby boy passed away."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It is the greatest pain that any parent can feel. Only the birth of our baby girl gives us the strength to live this moment with some hope and happiness," they added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ronaldo urged for privacy as he said that "we are all devastated at this loss and we kindly ask for privacy at this very difficult time".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Portugal forward also thanked the doctors and nurses for their expert care and support.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Our baby boy, you are our angel. We will always love you," Ronaldo concluded his post.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Manchester United tweeted: "Your pain is our pain, Cristiano. Sending love and strength to you and the family at this time."</p>

<p>Real Madrid also responded by saying on their web page that the club, "its President and its Board of Directors deeply regret the death of one of the children that our beloved Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner, Georgina Rodriguez, were expecting."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Spanish club added, "Real Madrid joins the grief of the whole family and wants to show them all our love and affection."&nbsp;</p>

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Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodriguez on Monday (April 18) announced that their newborn baby son has died. In a social media post last October, the couple announced that they were expecting twins.

Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodriguez on Monday (April 18) announced that their newborn baby son has died. In a social media post last October, the couple announced that they were expecting twins. In his latest post, Ronaldo informed the fans that his son has died and also revealed the birth of a baby girl. Ronaldo and Rodriguez said in a joint statement on social media: "It is with deep sadness we have to announce that our baby boy passed away." "It is the greatest pain that any parent can feel. Only the birth of our baby girl gives us the strength to live this moment with some hope and happiness," they added. Ronaldo urged for privacy as he said that "we are all devastated at this loss and we kindly ask for privacy at this very difficult time". Portugal forward also thanked the doctors and nurses for their expert care and support. "Our baby boy, you are our angel. We will always love you," Ronaldo concluded his post. ALSO READ | Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes involved in car crash but unhurt pic.twitter.com/vRNVCoegOW — Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) April 18, 2022 × ALSO READ | Bayern Munich cannot secure Robert Lewandowski's extension with push of a button, says CEO Oliver Kahn Manchester United tweeted: "Your pain is our pain, Cristiano. Sending love and strength to you and the family at this time." Real Madrid also responded by saying on their web page that the club, "its President and its Board of Directors deeply regret the death of one of the children that our beloved Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner, Georgina Rodriguez, were expecting." The Spanish club added, "Real Madrid joins the grief of the whole family and wants to show them all our love and affection." ALSO WATCH | Ukraine-Russia war: What are anti-radiation medicines? Side effects & availability ×

Cristiano Ronaldo announces death of baby boy, shares emotional post

<p>Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo will miss the Premier League clash against Liverpool on Tuesday following the death of his newborn son. The Portuguese star on Monday evening also revealed the birth of a baby girl with partner Georgina Rodriguez, with the pair previously stating that they had been expecting twins. He further asked for privacy at this very difficult time.</p>

<p>"Family is more important than everything and Ronaldo is supporting his loved ones at this immensely difficult time. As such, we can confirm that he will not feature in the match against Liverpool at Anfield on Tuesday evening and we underline the family`s request for privacy," Manchester United in a statement said.</p>

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<p>Everybody at Manchester United and indeed the football world is sending love to Cristiano Ronaldo and his family, after the club legend made a heart-breaking announcement. Writing on social media, Cristiano gave this tragic update: "It is with our deepest sadness we have to announce that our baby boy has passed away. It is the greatest pain that any parents can feel. Only the birth of our baby girl gives us the strength to live this moment with some hope and happiness."We would like to thank the doctors and nurses for all their expert care and support. We are all devastated at this loss and we kindly ask for privacy at this very difficult time. Our baby boy, you are our angel. We will always love you."</p>


Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo will miss the Premier League clash against Liverpool on Tuesday following the death of his newborn son. The Portuguese star on Monday evening also revealed the birth of a baby girl with partner Georgina Rodriguez, with the pair previously stating that they had been expecting twins.

Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo will miss the Premier League clash against Liverpool on Tuesday following the death of his newborn son. The Portuguese star on Monday evening also revealed the birth of a baby girl with partner Georgina Rodriguez, with the pair previously stating that they had been expecting twins. He further asked for privacy at this very difficult time. "Family is more important than everything and Ronaldo is supporting his loved ones at this immensely difficult time. As such, we can confirm that he will not feature in the match against Liverpool at Anfield on Tuesday evening and we underline the family`s request for privacy," Manchester United in a statement said. ALSO READ | Cristiano Ronaldo announces death of baby boy, shares emotional post Everybody at Manchester United and indeed the football world is sending love to Cristiano Ronaldo and his family, after the club legend made a heart-breaking announcement. Writing on social media, Cristiano gave this tragic update: "It is with our deepest sadness we have to announce that our baby boy has passed away. It is the greatest pain that any parents can feel. Only the birth of our baby girl gives us the strength to live this moment with some hope and happiness."We would like to thank the doctors and nurses for all their expert care and support. We are all devastated at this loss and we kindly ask for privacy at this very difficult time. Our baby boy, you are our angel. We will always love you."

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<p>Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes was involved in a car crash on Monday on his way to the club`s training ground.</p>

<p>No parties involved were understood to have sustained serious injuries and the Portugal international is expected to train today, a club source said.</p>

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<p>United manager Ralf Rangnick will address the media later on Monday.</p>

<p>United, who are fifth in the Premier League standings with 54 points from 32 games, face second-placed Liverpool on Tuesday.</p>


Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes was involved in a car crash on Monday on his way to the club`s training ground. No parties involved were understood to have sustained serious injuries and the Portugal international is expected to train today, a club source said.

Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes was involved in a car crash on Monday on his way to the club`s training ground. No parties involved were understood to have sustained serious injuries and the Portugal international is expected to train today, a club source said. Also read | IPL 2022: DC vs PBKS back on track as Marsh tests negative for COVID-19 United manager Ralf Rangnick will address the media later on Monday. United, who are fifth in the Premier League standings with 54 points from 32 games, face second-placed Liverpool on Tuesday.

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<p>Cristiano Ronaldo`s 50th club career hat-trick earned below-par Manchester United a 3-2 Premier League victory over Norwich City on Saturday amid scenes of fan protest at Old Trafford.</p>

<p>With Tottenham Hotspur losing 1-0 at home to Brighton &amp; Hove Albion earlier on Saturday, the door was open for United to close on the Champions League qualification places with victory over bottom side Norwich and they just about took advantage.</p>

<p>A first half double from veteran striker Ronaldo seemingly put the hosts on course for a comfortable win in the sunshine, with Norwich struggling to keep pace.</p>

<p>However, Kieran Dowell`s goal out of nowhere in first-half stoppage time got the visitors back in the contest, before Finnish forward Teemu Pukki completed the Norwich comeback to stun Old Trafford into silence seven minutes after the break.</p>

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<p>Fans who protested against the club`s owners ahead of the match were singing "you`re not fit to wear the shirt" in the second half as their team were second best to a team seven points adrift of the Premier League safety zone.</p>

<p>United`s France midfielder Paul Pogba was booed by his own fans as he was substituted before Ronaldo stole the show once again with a sensational winner 14 minutes from time to drag United out of the mire once more.</p>

<p>The win, United`s first in four games in all competitions, moved them above Arsenal, who lost 1-0 at Southampton, into fifth on 54 points from 32 matches, with Spurs now just three points in front. Norwich stay bottom on 21 points.</p>


Cristiano Ronaldo`s 50th club career hat-trick earned below-par Manchester United a 3-2 Premier League victory over Norwich City on Saturday amid scenes of fan protest at Old Trafford.

Cristiano Ronaldo`s 50th club career hat-trick earned below-par Manchester United a 3-2 Premier League victory over Norwich City on Saturday amid scenes of fan protest at Old Trafford. With Tottenham Hotspur losing 1-0 at home to Brighton & Hove Albion earlier on Saturday, the door was open for United to close on the Champions League qualification places with victory over bottom side Norwich and they just about took advantage. A first half double from veteran striker Ronaldo seemingly put the hosts on course for a comfortable win in the sunshine, with Norwich struggling to keep pace. However, Kieran Dowell`s goal out of nowhere in first-half stoppage time got the visitors back in the contest, before Finnish forward Teemu Pukki completed the Norwich comeback to stun Old Trafford into silence seven minutes after the break. Also read | Premier League: Tottenham's top-four hopes dented by home loss to Brighton Fans who protested against the club`s owners ahead of the match were singing "you`re not fit to wear the shirt" in the second half as their team were second best to a team seven points adrift of the Premier League safety zone. United`s France midfielder Paul Pogba was booed by his own fans as he was substituted before Ronaldo stole the show once again with a sensational winner 14 minutes from time to drag United out of the mire once more. The win, United`s first in four games in all competitions, moved them above Arsenal, who lost 1-0 at Southampton, into fifth on 54 points from 32 matches, with Spurs now just three points in front. Norwich stay bottom on 21 points.

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<p>Merseyside Police is investigating an incident where Cristiano Ronaldo apparently slapped a mobile phone out of a fan`s hand as the Portuguese left the field after Manchester United`s loss at Everton. Footage taken by @EvertonHub, shows Ronaldo knocking the device to the floor after Everton`s 1-0 victory over the Red Devils at Goodison Park.</p>

<p>Merseyside Police have now launched an investigation, a spokesperson confirmed. "We can confirm that we are liaising with Manchester United Football Club and Everton FC following reports of an alleged assault at the Everton v Manchester United football match at Goodison," a statement read as per Sky Sports."As players were leaving the pitch at 2.30pm, it was reported that a boy was assaulted by one of the away team as they left the pitch. Inquiries are under way and officers are currently working with Everton Football Club to review CCTV footage and are carrying out extensive witness enquiries to establish if an offence has taken place."</p>

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<p>"Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact Merseyside Police social media desk via Twitter @MerPolCC or Facebook Merseyside Police Contact centre quoting reference number 228 of 9 April 2022," the statement added.After the incident, Ronaldo acknowledged what had happened and issued an apology to the affected supporter."It`s never easy to deal with emotions in difficult moments such as the one we are facing," he wrote in an Instagram post."Nevertheless, we always have to be respectful, patient and set the example for all the youngsters who love the beautiful game. I would like to apologize for my outburst and, if possible, I would like to invite this supporter to watch a game at Old Trafford as a sign of fair-play and sportsmanship," Ronaldo added. Coming to the match, Anthony Gordon`s first-half strike was enough for Everton to beat Manchester United 1-0 at Goodison Park and boost their hopes of Premier League safety.Marcus Rashford twice went close for Man Utd but he was denied brilliantly on both occasions by goalkeeper Jordan Pickford.</p>

<p>Everton took a fortuitous lead just before the half-hour through Gordon, whose shot deflected off Harry Maguire and went in.Man Utd rallied in the second half but Paul Pogba and Cristiano Ronaldo were kept out by Pickford as Everton held on for a vital three points. The first win in three matches keeps Everton 17th, now with 28 points, four clear of the bottom three.Man Utd are seventh on 51 points, six behind fourth-placed Tottenham Hotspur.&nbsp;</p>


Merseyside Police is investigating an incident where Cristiano Ronaldo apparently slapped a mobile phone out of a fan`s hand as the Portuguese left the field after Manchester United`s loss at Everton.

Merseyside Police is investigating an incident where Cristiano Ronaldo apparently slapped a mobile phone out of a fan`s hand as the Portuguese left the field after Manchester United`s loss at Everton. Footage taken by @EvertonHub, shows Ronaldo knocking the device to the floor after Everton`s 1-0 victory over the Red Devils at Goodison Park. Merseyside Police have now launched an investigation, a spokesperson confirmed. "We can confirm that we are liaising with Manchester United Football Club and Everton FC following reports of an alleged assault at the Everton v Manchester United football match at Goodison," a statement read as per Sky Sports."As players were leaving the pitch at 2.30pm, it was reported that a boy was assaulted by one of the away team as they left the pitch. Inquiries are under way and officers are currently working with Everton Football Club to review CCTV footage and are carrying out extensive witness enquiries to establish if an offence has taken place." ALSO READ | Woman shares pic of 14-year-old son's bruised hand, smashed phone after Cristiano Ronaldo's outburst "Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact Merseyside Police social media desk via Twitter @MerPolCC or Facebook Merseyside Police Contact centre quoting reference number 228 of 9 April 2022," the statement added.After the incident, Ronaldo acknowledged what had happened and issued an apology to the affected supporter."It`s never easy to deal with emotions in difficult moments such as the one we are facing," he wrote in an Instagram post."Nevertheless, we always have to be respectful, patient and set the example for all the youngsters who love the beautiful game. I would like to apologize for my outburst and, if possible, I would like to invite this supporter to watch a game at Old Trafford as a sign of fair-play and sportsmanship," Ronaldo added. Coming to the match, Anthony Gordon`s first-half strike was enough for Everton to beat Manchester United 1-0 at Goodison Park and boost their hopes of Premier League safety.Marcus Rashford twice went close for Man Utd but he was denied brilliantly on both occasions by goalkeeper Jordan Pickford. Everton took a fortuitous lead just before the half-hour through Gordon, whose shot deflected off Harry Maguire and went in.Man Utd rallied in the second half but Paul Pogba and Cristiano Ronaldo were kept out by Pickford as Everton held on for a vital three points. The first win in three matches keeps Everton 17th, now with 28 points, four clear of the bottom three.Man Utd are seventh on 51 points, six behind fourth-placed Tottenham Hotspur.

Police confirm investigation after Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo apologises for smashing fan's phone

<p>A woman has slammed Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo alleging assault after her 14-year-old son was left with a bruised hand and a destroyed mobile phone for being on the receiving end of the Portuguese forward's outburst post his side's 1-0 loss against Everton in the Premier League on Saturday. The woman claimed her son has been left in shock after Ronaldo knocked his phone smashing it to the ground and hurting his hand post the game.</p>

<p>On Saturday, Manchester United lost 1-0 against Everton in the Premier League as their chances of finishing in the top four this season recieved another huge blow. Post the game, a video of Ronaldo went viral on social media which showed the Manchester Unite star knocking down an object off an Everton supporter's hand as he walked down the tunnel at the Goodison Park.</p>

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<p>Ronaldo subsequently took to social media to apologise to the fan for smashing his phone and also invited him to watch a game at the Old Trafford. Sarah Kelly, the mother of the 14-year-old Everton fan, has shared pictures of his bruised hand and broken phone while slamming Ronaldo for 'assaulting' her&nbsp;son.</p>

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<p>In a conversation with <em>Liverpool ECHO</em>, Sarah said she had taken her 14-year-old son Jake to watch an Everton game for the first time in his life. The mother-son duo were sitting in the Park End close to the tunnel from where players from both teams&nbsp;walk through after&nbsp;the conclusion of the game.</p>

<p>Sarah revealed her son Jake was trying to capture all the United players as they walked by and had lowered his phone trying to capture Ronaldo's injury when his phone was smacked to the ground by the Manchester United star.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"At full-time the Man United players started walking off. We were in the Park End so we were right by the tunnel where they came walking past - my son was there videoing them all," Sarah told the Liverpool ECHO.</p>

<p>"He filmed all the United players walking through. And then he lowered his phone because Ronaldo had pulled down his sock and his leg was bleeding. He lowered his phone to see what it was - he didn’t even speak.</p>

<p>"Ronaldo then just walked past, with a terrible, terrible temper and smashed the phone out of my son’s hand and carried on walking," she added. She also shared pictures of her son's bruised hand and broken phone.</p>
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<p><strong><em>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Photos -</em></strong> Sarah Kelly</p>

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<h3><strong>The incident has completely put Jake off going to the game again: Sarah&nbsp;</strong></h3>

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<p>Sarah reveaed her son Jake suffers from dyspraxia and is autistic. She stated that the 14-year-old was completely shocked by Ronaldo's actions and doesn't want to go and watch another live football match after what transpired at the Goodison Park on Saturday. Sarah said Ronaldo is an idol of her son but slammed the Portuguese star for his behavious calling it 'assault' on her son.</p>

<p>"I was crying, I was shook up, Jacob was in complete shock - he’s autistic and he’s got dyspraxia as well, so he didn’t really digest what was happening until he’s come home now," Sarah said.</p>

<p>"He’s really upset about it and it’s completely put him off going to the game again. This is the first football game he’s been to and this has happened. We had an absolutely brilliant day up until those final few seconds when they came off the pitch. It’s completely ruined the day and put a bad taste in our mouth.”</p>

<p>"I’d understand if Jake was waving it in his face but he wasn’t near his face, it was down by the floor checking his injury. He’s an autistic boy and he’s been assaulted by a football player, that’s how I see it as a mum," she added.</p>

<p>Ronaldo has already issued an apology to the fan for his actions but the&nbsp;Merseyside Police are currently investigating the matter and verifying the CCTV footage.</p>


A woman has slammed Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo alleging assault after her 14-year-old son was left with a bruised hand and a destroyed mobile phone for being on the receiving end of the Portuguese forward's outburst post his side's 1-0 loss against Everton in the Premier League on Saturday.

A woman has slammed Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo alleging assault after her 14-year-old son was left with a bruised hand and a destroyed mobile phone for being on the receiving end of the Portuguese forward's outburst post his side's 1-0 loss against Everton in the Premier League on Saturday. The woman claimed her son has been left in shock after Ronaldo knocked his phone smashing it to the ground and hurting his hand post the game. On Saturday, Manchester United lost 1-0 against Everton in the Premier League as their chances of finishing in the top four this season recieved another huge blow. Post the game, a video of Ronaldo went viral on social media which showed the Manchester Unite star knocking down an object off an Everton supporter's hand as he walked down the tunnel at the Goodison Park. Ronaldo smashing someone’s phone at full time EFC pic.twitter.com/nw0XIK2enR — EvertonHub (@evertonhub) April 9, 2022 × Ronaldo subsequently took to social media to apologise to the fan for smashing his phone and also invited him to watch a game at the Old Trafford. Sarah Kelly, the mother of the 14-year-old Everton fan, has shared pictures of his bruised hand and broken phone while slamming Ronaldo for 'assaulting' her son. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cristiano Ronaldo (@cristiano) × In a conversation with Liverpool ECHO, Sarah said she had taken her 14-year-old son Jake to watch an Everton game for the first time in his life. The mother-son duo were sitting in the Park End close to the tunnel from where players from both teams walk through after the conclusion of the game. Sarah revealed her son Jake was trying to capture all the United players as they walked by and had lowered his phone trying to capture Ronaldo's injury when his phone was smacked to the ground by the Manchester United star. "At full-time the Man United players started walking off. We were in the Park End so we were right by the tunnel where they came walking past - my son was there videoing them all," Sarah told the Liverpool ECHO. "He filmed all the United players walking through. And then he lowered his phone because Ronaldo had pulled down his sock and his leg was bleeding. He lowered his phone to see what it was - he didn’t even speak. "Ronaldo then just walked past, with a terrible, terrible temper and smashed the phone out of my son’s hand and carried on walking," she added. She also shared pictures of her son's bruised hand and broken phone. Photos - Sarah Kelly Also Read: Cristiano Ronaldo issues apology for knocking fan's phone post Manchester United's defeat vs Everton The incident has completely put Jake off going to the game again: Sarah Sarah reveaed her son Jake suffers from dyspraxia and is autistic. She stated that the 14-year-old was completely shocked by Ronaldo's actions and doesn't want to go and watch another live football match after what transpired at the Goodison Park on Saturday. Sarah said Ronaldo is an idol of her son but slammed the Portuguese star for his behavious calling it 'assault' on her son. "I was crying, I was shook up, Jacob was in complete shock - he’s autistic and he’s got dyspraxia as well, so he didn’t really digest what was happening until he’s come home now," Sarah said. "He’s really upset about it and it’s completely put him off going to the game again. This is the first football game he’s been to and this has happened. We had an absolutely brilliant day up until those final few seconds when they came off the pitch. It’s completely ruined the day and put a bad taste in our mouth.” "I’d understand if Jake was waving it in his face but he wasn’t near his face, it was down by the floor checking his injury. He’s an autistic boy and he’s been assaulted by a football player, that’s how I see it as a mum," she added. Ronaldo has already issued an apology to the fan for his actions but the Merseyside Police are currently investigating the matter and verifying the CCTV footage.

Woman shares pic of 14-year-old son's bruised hand, smashed phone after Cristiano Ronaldo's outburst

<p>Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo issued an apology on social media after knocking a fan's phone to the ground in frustration post his club's 1-0 defeat against Everton in the Premier League on Saturday. After their disappointing exit from the Champions League, United have been winless in their last two matches in the Premier League as they drew 1-1 against Leicester City in their previous outing before slipping to a shambolic defeat against Everton on Saturday.</p>

<p>Ronaldo, who failed to find the back of the net and rescue his side, was seemingly frustrated post the game and appeared to have smashed an Everton fan's phone to the ground while walking through the tunnel at the Goodison Park. In a video that has gone viral on social media, Ronaldo can be seen siping his hands towards the ground as he walked off the pitch post the game.</p>

<p>As per claims of fans who were present at the stadium, Ronaldo knocked down the fan's phone out of his hand as it smashed to the ground. Ronaldo took to social media to apologise for his actions and also invited the fan to watch a game at Old Trafford.</p>

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<p>"It's never easy to deal with emotions in difficult moments such as the one we are facing," Ronaldo said. "Nevertheless, we always have to be respectful, patient and set the example for all the youngsters who love the beautiful game," Ronaldo wrote in a social media post.</p>

<p>"I would like to apologise for my outburst and, if possible, I would like to invite this supporter to watch a game at Old Trafford as a sign of fair-play and sportsmanship," he added.</p>

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<p>It was a frustrating outing for United, who are currently at the seventh spot with 51 points from 31 matches and are far off from a spot in the top four. Everton, who had lost against Burnley last week, took the lead through Anthony Gordon in the 27th minute. United failed to equalise despite coming close on a few occasions as they ended up conceding three points once again.</p>

<p>Ronaldo came close to equalising for United later in the game but failed to put it past the Everton goalkeeper. The defeat has also further hurt United's chances of finishing in the top four this season and securing a spot in the Champions League.</p>


Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo issued an apology on social media after knocking a fan's phone to the ground in frustration post his club's 1-0 defeat against Everton in the Premier League on Saturday.

Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo issued an apology on social media after knocking a fan's phone to the ground in frustration post his club's 1-0 defeat against Everton in the Premier League on Saturday. After their disappointing exit from the Champions League, United have been winless in their last two matches in the Premier League as they drew 1-1 against Leicester City in their previous outing before slipping to a shambolic defeat against Everton on Saturday. Ronaldo, who failed to find the back of the net and rescue his side, was seemingly frustrated post the game and appeared to have smashed an Everton fan's phone to the ground while walking through the tunnel at the Goodison Park. In a video that has gone viral on social media, Ronaldo can be seen siping his hands towards the ground as he walked off the pitch post the game. As per claims of fans who were present at the stadium, Ronaldo knocked down the fan's phone out of his hand as it smashed to the ground. Ronaldo took to social media to apologise for his actions and also invited the fan to watch a game at Old Trafford. Also Read: Mason Mount, Timo Werner score brace as Chelsea thrash Southampton 6-0 "It's never easy to deal with emotions in difficult moments such as the one we are facing," Ronaldo said. "Nevertheless, we always have to be respectful, patient and set the example for all the youngsters who love the beautiful game," Ronaldo wrote in a social media post. "I would like to apologise for my outburst and, if possible, I would like to invite this supporter to watch a game at Old Trafford as a sign of fair-play and sportsmanship," he added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cristiano Ronaldo (@cristiano) × Also Read: Premier League: Everton boost survival hopes with 1-0 victory over Manchester United It was a frustrating outing for United, who are currently at the seventh spot with 51 points from 31 matches and are far off from a spot in the top four. Everton, who had lost against Burnley last week, took the lead through Anthony Gordon in the 27th minute. United failed to equalise despite coming close on a few occasions as they ended up conceding three points once again. Ronaldo came close to equalising for United later in the game but failed to put it past the Everton goalkeeper. The defeat has also further hurt United's chances of finishing in the top four this season and securing a spot in the Champions League.

Cristiano Ronaldo issues apology for knocking fan's phone post Manchester United's defeat vs Everton

<p>Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo will return for their Premier League clash with Everton after overcoming illness but defender Luke Shaw will be unavailable for up to three weeks, interim manager Ralf Rangnick said on Friday.</p>

<p>Ronaldo, United's top goalscorer this season with 12 league goals, will be back after missing their 1-1 draw with Leicester City last weekend while Shaw is set for a spell out due to follow-up treatment for a broken leg sustained in 2015.</p>

<p>"Cristiano is back again," Rangnick told reporters ahead of Saturday's game.</p>

<p>"Luke is still injured, we had to take him off at halftime (against Leicester), he's had his problems with his leg where he had the operation in 2015.</p>

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<p>"The doctor told me they decided to remove two metal bolts in his leg and this will happen tomorrow and he will be out for the next two or three weeks.</p>

<p>"Edinson Cavani is still injured, Raphael Varane is injured and will miss out again tomorrow and the same is true for Scott McTominay, he's having problems with the sole of his foot."</p>

<p>Rangnick, whose side are seventh with 51 points from 30 games, said their mentality, attitude and physicality would play a crucial role against Everton who are a point and a place above the relegation zone.</p>

<p>"These factors will decide the game," Rangnick said. "We're aware of the importance of the game for both sides."</p>

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<p>Rangnick's tenure is set to end after this season, with Ajax Amsterdam boss Erik ten Hag a candidate to take over, but the interim boss was not drawn into talk about his successor.</p>

<p>"I don't intend to speak about any possible new managers," Rangnick said.</p>

<p>"From what I know, all the managers with whom the club have so far spoken are top managers, top coaches.</p>

<p>"If this includes Erik ten Hag, then it's also true with him. That's all I can say at this stage."</p>


Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo will return for their Premier League clash with Everton after overcoming illness but defender Luke Shaw will be unavailable for up to three weeks, interim manager Ralf Rangnick said on Friday.

Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo will return for their Premier League clash with Everton after overcoming illness but defender Luke Shaw will be unavailable for up to three weeks, interim manager Ralf Rangnick said on Friday. Ronaldo, United's top goalscorer this season with 12 league goals, will be back after missing their 1-1 draw with Leicester City last weekend while Shaw is set for a spell out due to follow-up treatment for a broken leg sustained in 2015. "Cristiano is back again," Rangnick told reporters ahead of Saturday's game. "Luke is still injured, we had to take him off at halftime (against Leicester), he's had his problems with his leg where he had the operation in 2015. ALSO READ: Europa League: Frankfurt hold Barcelona 1-1, 10-man West Ham draws with Lyon "The doctor told me they decided to remove two metal bolts in his leg and this will happen tomorrow and he will be out for the next two or three weeks. "Edinson Cavani is still injured, Raphael Varane is injured and will miss out again tomorrow and the same is true for Scott McTominay, he's having problems with the sole of his foot." Rangnick, whose side are seventh with 51 points from 30 games, said their mentality, attitude and physicality would play a crucial role against Everton who are a point and a place above the relegation zone. "These factors will decide the game," Rangnick said. "We're aware of the importance of the game for both sides." ALSO READ: UEFA adopts new financial sustainability rules for clubs from June 2022 Rangnick's tenure is set to end after this season, with Ajax Amsterdam boss Erik ten Hag a candidate to take over, but the interim boss was not drawn into talk about his successor. "I don't intend to speak about any possible new managers," Rangnick said. "From what I know, all the managers with whom the club have so far spoken are top managers, top coaches. "If this includes Erik ten Hag, then it's also true with him. That's all I can say at this stage."

Premier League: Man Utd striker Cristiano Ronaldo returns for Everton clash, Luke Shaw to miss three weeks

<p>Famous personalities with audience that is under 18 years of age in Britain will be banned from featuring in gambling advertisements. This verdict will come into effect in October.</p>

<p>The United Kingdom is one of the world's largest betting markets with celebrities such as Manchester United Cristiano Ronaldo and former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho appearing in such advertisements.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The new ruling is designed to ''safeguard young people and vulnerable audience.''</p>

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<p>According to Advertising Standards Authority's statement, "These rules will significantly impact gambling advertisers looking to promote their brands using prominent sports people and celebrities as well as individuals like social media influencers, who are of strong appeal to those under-18."</p>

<p>The advertising codes in Britain are written by the Committee of Advertising Practice. They are further regulated by Advertising Standards Authority.</p>

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<p>Online betting levels have surged during the coronavirus lockdown. Companies associated to the field have amassed billions of dollars in that period.</p>

<p>These gambling companies include owner of Ladbrokes and Coral brands along with Entain and 888 more companies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Public Health England had highlighted in a review published last year that gambling is problematic and should be considered a public health issue.</p>

<p>In 2020, the gambling market had collected a revenue of $18 billion. As a result, the British government was looking for a way to tighten curbs it.</p>

<p>They had previously introduced identity checks and stricter age limits along with a cap on maximum stake on terminals as additional support to curb gambling addiction.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Famous personalities with audience that is under 18 years of age in Britain will be banned from featuring in gambling advertisements. This verdict will come into effect in October.

Famous personalities with audience that is under 18 years of age in Britain will be banned from featuring in gambling advertisements. This verdict will come into effect in October. The United Kingdom is one of the world's largest betting markets with celebrities such as Manchester United Cristiano Ronaldo and former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho appearing in such advertisements. The new ruling is designed to ''safeguard young people and vulnerable audience.'' According to Advertising Standards Authority's statement, "These rules will significantly impact gambling advertisers looking to promote their brands using prominent sports people and celebrities as well as individuals like social media influencers, who are of strong appeal to those under-18." The advertising codes in Britain are written by the Committee of Advertising Practice. They are further regulated by Advertising Standards Authority. Also read | Online gambling soared during lockdown especially among regular gamblers: Study Online betting levels have surged during the coronavirus lockdown. Companies associated to the field have amassed billions of dollars in that period. These gambling companies include owner of Ladbrokes and Coral brands along with Entain and 888 more companies. Public Health England had highlighted in a review published last year that gambling is problematic and should be considered a public health issue. In 2020, the gambling market had collected a revenue of $18 billion. As a result, the British government was looking for a way to tighten curbs it. They had previously introduced identity checks and stricter age limits along with a cap on maximum stake on terminals as additional support to curb gambling addiction. (With inputs from agencies)

UK: Famous personalities with under-18-year audience to be banned from featuring in gambling ads

<p>Virat Kohli and Cristiano Ronaldo are, undoubtedly, superstar athletes in the modern era. While one has conquered several highs in the gentlemen's game, both for Team India and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), the other has also taken football forward with his fitness, skills, talent, agility and presence, be it for Portugal or various club teams he has represented so far.</p>

<p>It is also not an unknown fact that Kohli is a huge Ronaldo fan. Recently, during an interaction, the 33-year-old Kohli shared what he will do if he woke up on one fine day and becomes Ronaldo. Stepping in as the superstar footballer, Kohli revealed what he will do in a recent video posted by the RCB Youtube channel.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Firstly,&nbsp;the former Indian captain was asked about his favourite athlete of all time. Without any hesitation, he was quick to respond and said, "Cristiano Ronaldo." To this, he was asked&nbsp;what is the first thing that he would do if he woke up as the Portugal skipper, the former RCB captain&nbsp;replied, "I would do a scan of my brain [if he was Ronaldo] and see where all that mental strength comes from (smiles)."</p>

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<p>Kohli is currently part of the three-time runners-up RCB franchise in the ongoing IPL 2022 edition in India. On the other hand, Ronaldo wasn't part of Manchester United's 1-1 draw versus Leicester City in the Premier League encounter on April 2 (Saturday).&nbsp;</p>


Virat Kohli and Cristiano Ronaldo are, undoubtedly, superstar athletes in the modern era. While one has conquered several highs in the gentlemen's game, both for Team India and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), the other has also taken football forward with his fitness, skills, talent, agility and presence, be it for Portugal or various club teams he has represented so far.

Virat Kohli and Cristiano Ronaldo are, undoubtedly, superstar athletes in the modern era. While one has conquered several highs in the gentlemen's game, both for Team India and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), the other has also taken football forward with his fitness, skills, talent, agility and presence, be it for Portugal or various club teams he has represented so far. It is also not an unknown fact that Kohli is a huge Ronaldo fan. Recently, during an interaction, the 33-year-old Kohli shared what he will do if he woke up on one fine day and becomes Ronaldo. Stepping in as the superstar footballer, Kohli revealed what he will do in a recent video posted by the RCB Youtube channel. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle, Virat Kohli to AB de Villiers - Superstar batters with most IPL hundreds Firstly, the former Indian captain was asked about his favourite athlete of all time. Without any hesitation, he was quick to respond and said, "Cristiano Ronaldo." To this, he was asked what is the first thing that he would do if he woke up as the Portugal skipper, the former RCB captain replied, "I would do a scan of my brain [if he was Ronaldo] and see where all that mental strength comes from (smiles)." ALSO READ | Premier League: Manchester United's hopes of a top-four finish dented after draw against Leicester City Kohli is currently part of the three-time runners-up RCB franchise in the ongoing IPL 2022 edition in India. On the other hand, Ronaldo wasn't part of Manchester United's 1-1 draw versus Leicester City in the Premier League encounter on April 2 (Saturday).

Virat Kohli reveals what he would do first if he woke up as Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo

<p>A lacklustre Manchester United needed a rare goal by midfielder Fred to salvage an unconvincing 1-1 Premier League draw with Leicester City at Old Trafford on Saturday.</p>

<p>Kelechi Iheanacho had put the visitors ahead, nodding an inch-perfect James Maddison cross past David de Gea after Fred was dispossessed on a United counter-attack.</p>

<p>But the Brazillian levelled three minutes later after Leicester failed to clear the ball, Bruno Fernandes shooting from the edge of the box and Fred tapping home the rebound after Kasper Schmeichel pushed it out.</p>

<p>United struggled for fluency throughout and remained sixth in the table and in serious danger of failing to finish in the top four and earn a Champions League spot next season.</p>

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<p>"Everyone gave everything," Fernandes told Sky Sports. "I don’t believe there’s anyone who didn’t give everything in the game. Nobody lacked intensity. We have to keep fighting. As I said before, we have to keep looking at our own games."</p>

<p>Leicester continued to run at a disorganised United defence and had the ball in the back of the net again through Maddison, but it was ruled out due to a foul in the build-up.</p>

<p>"It’s one of them: you’ve seen them given. I’m obviously going to be biased, I don’t think it’s a foul," Maddison said.</p>

<p>"It was a great feeling for about three minutes! But as soon as you see them going over the monitor ... there’s no point them even going over any more.</p>

<p>Even after that, we had chances on the counter, but we’ll take a point."<br />
United had only one other real chance when Fernandes, running through on goal, was denied by Schmeichel.</p>

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<p>They had seemed lethargic throughout, looking a shadow of the side who beat Tottenham Hotspur 3-2 before the international break when Cristiano Ronaldo was leading the line.</p>

<p>The Portugal forward was absent on Saturday through illness and with Edinson Cavani also absent and Marcus Rashford on the substitutes'&nbsp;bench, United started without a proper striker.</p>

<p>Ralf Rangnick's team could be overtaken in the standings by West Ham United if they beat Everton on Sunday. Leicester moved up to ninth.</p>


A lacklustre Manchester United needed a rare goal by midfielder Fred to salvage an unconvincing 1-1 Premier League draw with Leicester City at Old Trafford on Saturday.

A lacklustre Manchester United needed a rare goal by midfielder Fred to salvage an unconvincing 1-1 Premier League draw with Leicester City at Old Trafford on Saturday. Kelechi Iheanacho had put the visitors ahead, nodding an inch-perfect James Maddison cross past David de Gea after Fred was dispossessed on a United counter-attack. But the Brazillian levelled three minutes later after Leicester failed to clear the ball, Bruno Fernandes shooting from the edge of the box and Fred tapping home the rebound after Kasper Schmeichel pushed it out. United struggled for fluency throughout and remained sixth in the table and in serious danger of failing to finish in the top four and earn a Champions League spot next season. ALSO READ: Premier League: Christian Eriksen scores as Brentford stun Chelsea 4-1 "Everyone gave everything," Fernandes told Sky Sports. "I don’t believe there’s anyone who didn’t give everything in the game. Nobody lacked intensity. We have to keep fighting. As I said before, we have to keep looking at our own games." Leicester continued to run at a disorganised United defence and had the ball in the back of the net again through Maddison, but it was ruled out due to a foul in the build-up. "It’s one of them: you’ve seen them given. I’m obviously going to be biased, I don’t think it’s a foul," Maddison said. "It was a great feeling for about three minutes! But as soon as you see them going over the monitor ... there’s no point them even going over any more. Even after that, we had chances on the counter, but we’ll take a point." United had only one other real chance when Fernandes, running through on goal, was denied by Schmeichel. ALSO READ: Premier League: De Bruyne, Gundogan strike as Man City reclaim top spot from Liverpool with 2-0 win vs Burnley They had seemed lethargic throughout, looking a shadow of the side who beat Tottenham Hotspur 3-2 before the international break when Cristiano Ronaldo was leading the line. The Portugal forward was absent on Saturday through illness and with Edinson Cavani also absent and Marcus Rashford on the substitutes' bench, United started without a proper striker. Ralf Rangnick's team could be overtaken in the standings by West Ham United if they beat Everton on Sunday. Leicester moved up to ninth.

Premier League: Manchester United's hopes of a top-four finish dented after draw against Leicester City

<p data-testid="paragraph-0">Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes has signed a new contract until June 2026 with an option to extend for a further year, the Premier League club announced on Friday.</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-1">The Portugal international joined United from Sporting in January 2020 and the playmaker has since become a key player at the club, winning their player of the year award twice.</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-2">The 27-year-old has scored 49 goals and made 39 assists in 117 appearances in all competitions for United, though his form has dipped this season.</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-3">"Even after two years, it still feels amazing to step out at Old Trafford, to hear the fans sing my song and to score in front of the Stretford End," Fernandes said.</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-4">"There is so much more that I want to achieve here, and I know that is the same for the rest of the squad and staff. More than anything, we want to give the fans the success that they deserve.</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-5">"We have shared some great moments over the last years, but the best is yet to come from myself and this team."</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-6">Fernandes also helped Portugal seal a spot in this year's World Cup after scoring a brace in their victory against North Macedonia in the European qualifiers this week.</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-7">"I think that's very good news for the club, for the fans, the supporters also for Bruno to know he will be here for the next five years I suppose," United manager Ralf Rangnick told reporters.</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-8">"There's no doubt he's a very important player for this club and this team... I already congratulated him yesterday after his return from the World Cup qualifiers. He played very well and scored the most important goals to qualify."</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-9">United are sixth in the league on 50 points after 29 matches and they host Leicester City on Saturday.</p>


Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes has signed a new contract until June 2026 with an option to extend for a further year, the Premier League club announced on Friday.

Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes has signed a new contract until June 2026 with an option to extend for a further year, the Premier League club announced on Friday. The Portugal international joined United from Sporting in January 2020 and the playmaker has since become a key player at the club, winning their player of the year award twice. The 27-year-old has scored 49 goals and made 39 assists in 117 appearances in all competitions for United, though his form has dipped this season. "Even after two years, it still feels amazing to step out at Old Trafford, to hear the fans sing my song and to score in front of the Stretford End," Fernandes said. "There is so much more that I want to achieve here, and I know that is the same for the rest of the squad and staff. More than anything, we want to give the fans the success that they deserve. "We have shared some great moments over the last years, but the best is yet to come from myself and this team." Fernandes also helped Portugal seal a spot in this year's World Cup after scoring a brace in their victory against North Macedonia in the European qualifiers this week. "I think that's very good news for the club, for the fans, the supporters also for Bruno to know he will be here for the next five years I suppose," United manager Ralf Rangnick told reporters. "There's no doubt he's a very important player for this club and this team... I already congratulated him yesterday after his return from the World Cup qualifiers. He played very well and scored the most important goals to qualify." United are sixth in the league on 50 points after 29 matches and they host Leicester City on Saturday.

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<p>Virat Kohli is one of the fittest crickets in the world and has been an inspiration for several young players, who look up to the former India and Royal Challengers Bangalore captain. Kohli's love and dedication to fitness is a secret to none and his work ethic has been praised by many.</p>

<p>Kohli was not the fittest of cricketers when he had started out for Team India in international cricket but brought several changes in his lifestyle and diet to undergo a stunning transformation. One of the best batters in the world at present, Kohli has been one of the most consistent performers for his teams across all formats.</p>

<p>Recently, Sri Lankan batter Bhanuka Rajapaksa, who is playing for Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022, heaped praise on Kohli. The Punjab Kings star is looking forward to meeting Kohli and getting some advice for him on fitness having been dropped from the Sri Lankan team earlier this year due to fitness issues.</p>

<p>Rajapaksa also called Kohli the Cristiano Ronaldo of cricket, comparing the Indian superstar with the Portuguese football icon. Even at 37, Ronaldo remains one of the fittest athletes in the world and continues to break records for his club and country.</p>

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<p>"Outside of the team, Virat Kohli is always someone I could speak to and get some advice on fitness. He’s at another different level when it comes to fitness. To me, he is the Cristiano Ronaldo of cricket for sure. The work he puts in, you can obviously see the results. You can compare him to anyone when it comes to fitness or even skills-wise. He plays so hard and you can learn a lot by talking to him," Rajapaksa told PTI in an interview.</p>

<p>The Sri Lankan batter, who impressed on his IPL debut with a crucial knock of 22-ball 43 against RCB in their opening game, stressed the importance of fitness for cricketers and said he has been working hard on his body to ensure he can be on top of his game.</p>

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<p>"As a player, you need your fitness but it could be different from person to person. For me, of course, skill comes first and then the fitness. But if you are not fit enough, you definitely can’t perform. I’m actually working hard on my fitness. Whenever I get a free day I hit the gym early in the morning," said Rajapaksa.</p>

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Virat Kohli is one of the fittest crickets in the world and has been an inspiration for several young players, who look up to the former India and Royal Challengers Bangalore captain.

Virat Kohli is one of the fittest crickets in the world and has been an inspiration for several young players, who look up to the former India and Royal Challengers Bangalore captain. Kohli's love and dedication to fitness is a secret to none and his work ethic has been praised by many. Kohli was not the fittest of cricketers when he had started out for Team India in international cricket but brought several changes in his lifestyle and diet to undergo a stunning transformation. One of the best batters in the world at present, Kohli has been one of the most consistent performers for his teams across all formats. Recently, Sri Lankan batter Bhanuka Rajapaksa, who is playing for Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022, heaped praise on Kohli. The Punjab Kings star is looking forward to meeting Kohli and getting some advice for him on fitness having been dropped from the Sri Lankan team earlier this year due to fitness issues. Rajapaksa also called Kohli the Cristiano Ronaldo of cricket, comparing the Indian superstar with the Portuguese football icon. Even at 37, Ronaldo remains one of the fittest athletes in the world and continues to break records for his club and country. Also Read: Expecting 600-plus runs from Virat Kohli in IPL 2022: RCB legend makes bold prediction for former skipper "Outside of the team, Virat Kohli is always someone I could speak to and get some advice on fitness. He’s at another different level when it comes to fitness. To me, he is the Cristiano Ronaldo of cricket for sure. The work he puts in, you can obviously see the results. You can compare him to anyone when it comes to fitness or even skills-wise. He plays so hard and you can learn a lot by talking to him," Rajapaksa told PTI in an interview. The Sri Lankan batter, who impressed on his IPL debut with a crucial knock of 22-ball 43 against RCB in their opening game, stressed the importance of fitness for cricketers and said he has been working hard on his body to ensure he can be on top of his game. Also Read: Would be great to see Virat Kohli, Babar Azam open in IPL: Akhtar predicts price tag of Pakistan captain "As a player, you need your fitness but it could be different from person to person. For me, of course, skill comes first and then the fitness. But if you are not fit enough, you definitely can’t perform. I’m actually working hard on my fitness. Whenever I get a free day I hit the gym early in the morning," said Rajapaksa.

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<p>Cristiano Ronaldo who is set to appear in his 5th FIFA World Cup in Qatar, took to social media to celebrate the momentous achievement on Tuesday.</p>

<p>Ronaldo who has played in every World Cup since 2006 helped Portugal in defeating North Macedonia 2-0 to qualify for Qatar 2022.</p>

<p>Bruno Fernandes put in an impressive display, scoring in each half in Portugal's play-off against North Macedonia with Ronaldo and Diogo Jota providing assists to lead their country to its sixth consecutive World Cup.</p>

<p>"Goal achieved, we're at the Qatar World Cup," Ronaldo said on Instagram.</p>

<p>"We're in our rightful place! Thank you to all the Portuguese people for the tireless support! Let's go Portugal!"</p>

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<p>In Porto, Portugal looked as if they might be set for a long evening, with both skipper Cristiano Ronaldo and Diogo Jota going close in the first 30 minutes.</p>

<p>Fernandes then intercepted a stray pass just after the half-hour mark before combining well with the Portugal captain and drilling a low strike past Stole Dimitrievski. North Macedonia rarely troubled Diogo Costa in the Portuguese goal in the first period but started brightly after the interval.</p>

<p>However, Fernandes put paid to any thoughts of another big scalp for the visitors after a swift counterattack set Diogo Jota down the left. His pinpoint delivery sat up nicely for the goalscorer to double his tally, hitting a neat first-time finish at speed.</p>


Cristiano Ronaldo who is set to appear in his 5th FIFA World Cup in Qatar, took to social media to celebrate the momentous achievement on Tuesday. Ronaldo who has played in every World Cup since 2006 helped Portugal in defeating North Macedonia 2-0 to qualify for Qatar 2022.

Cristiano Ronaldo who is set to appear in his 5th FIFA World Cup in Qatar, took to social media to celebrate the momentous achievement on Tuesday. Ronaldo who has played in every World Cup since 2006 helped Portugal in defeating North Macedonia 2-0 to qualify for Qatar 2022. Bruno Fernandes put in an impressive display, scoring in each half in Portugal's play-off against North Macedonia with Ronaldo and Diogo Jota providing assists to lead their country to its sixth consecutive World Cup. "Goal achieved, we're at the Qatar World Cup," Ronaldo said on Instagram. "We're in our rightful place! Thank you to all the Portuguese people for the tireless support! Let's go Portugal!" ALSO READ: Cristiano Ronaldo-led Portugal qualify for FIFA World Cup 2022 after thrashing North Macedonia 2-0 In Porto, Portugal looked as if they might be set for a long evening, with both skipper Cristiano Ronaldo and Diogo Jota going close in the first 30 minutes. Fernandes then intercepted a stray pass just after the half-hour mark before combining well with the Portugal captain and drilling a low strike past Stole Dimitrievski. North Macedonia rarely troubled Diogo Costa in the Portuguese goal in the first period but started brightly after the interval. However, Fernandes put paid to any thoughts of another big scalp for the visitors after a swift counterattack set Diogo Jota down the left. His pinpoint delivery sat up nicely for the goalscorer to double his tally, hitting a neat first-time finish at speed.

In our rightful place: Cristiano Ronaldo reacts after Portugal qualifies for FIFA World Cup 2022

<p>Portugal's Bruno Fernandes scored a clinical double as they beat stubborn visitors North Macedonia 2-0 to qualify for the World Cup finals in Qatar after a tense European playoff tie on Tuesday.</p>

<p>Roared on by 50,000 fans at a sold-out Dragao Stadium in Porto, Portugal dominated the game from the start but struggled to break down the strong North Macedonian defence, managing only three shots on target despite having almost 70% possession.</p>

<p>Fernandes opened the scoring 30 minutes into the first half after intercepting a pass by his best friend, North Macedonia captain Stefan Ristovski, working a great one-two with Cristiano Ronaldo before whipping his shot past the goalkeeper.</p>

<p>The 27-year-old attacking midfielder sealed Portugal's win in the 65th minute, striking home a volley from a Diogo Jota cross.</p>

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<p>Fernando Santos's team then ran down the clock, celebrating at the final whistle with their joyful fans who remained in the stands for more than 15 minutes after the game, singing as the players completed a victory lap holding a huge Portugal flag.</p>

<p>"I don't care about individual accomplishments but this display will be one to remember because it helped my country to reach a World Cup," Fernandes told reporters.</p>

<p>Portugal, who won the 2016 European Championship in France and the 2019 UEFA Nations League at home, qualified for a sixth straight World Cup finals and have now not missed a major international competition in the last 20 years.</p>

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<p>"I have already won two competitions and I hope I can win the third one in Qatar," coach Santos told a news conference.</p>

<p>"There was a spirit of mutual help and great support from the public. It was a deserved and fair win and qualification. I don't remember any great goalscoring situations for their team."</p>

<p>They were pushed into the playoffs after finishing second in Group A, having lost their final game at home to Serbia 2-1 last November.</p>

<p>That had left them needing to win two consecutive elimination games to qualify, with last week's win over Turkey, where they survived late drama, setting up a decider against North Macedonia, who had stunned Italy in their opening match.</p>

<p>It was a nervous occasion in Porto on Tuesday but Portugal dominated and avoided any surprises from the underdogs, who did not have a shot on target.</p>


Portugal's Bruno Fernandes scored a clinical double as they beat stubborn visitors North Macedonia 2-0 to qualify for the World Cup finals in Qatar after a tense European playoff tie on Tuesday.

Portugal's Bruno Fernandes scored a clinical double as they beat stubborn visitors North Macedonia 2-0 to qualify for the World Cup finals in Qatar after a tense European playoff tie on Tuesday. Roared on by 50,000 fans at a sold-out Dragao Stadium in Porto, Portugal dominated the game from the start but struggled to break down the strong North Macedonian defence, managing only three shots on target despite having almost 70% possession. Fernandes opened the scoring 30 minutes into the first half after intercepting a pass by his best friend, North Macedonia captain Stefan Ristovski, working a great one-two with Cristiano Ronaldo before whipping his shot past the goalkeeper. The 27-year-old attacking midfielder sealed Portugal's win in the 65th minute, striking home a volley from a Diogo Jota cross. ALSO READ: North Macedonia PM offers 500,000 euros to players if they upset Portugal to reach World Cup finals Fernando Santos's team then ran down the clock, celebrating at the final whistle with their joyful fans who remained in the stands for more than 15 minutes after the game, singing as the players completed a victory lap holding a huge Portugal flag. "I don't care about individual accomplishments but this display will be one to remember because it helped my country to reach a World Cup," Fernandes told reporters. Portugal, who won the 2016 European Championship in France and the 2019 UEFA Nations League at home, qualified for a sixth straight World Cup finals and have now not missed a major international competition in the last 20 years. ALSO READ: North Macedonia clash matter of life and death, want hell breaking loose at stadium: Cristiano Ronaldo "I have already won two competitions and I hope I can win the third one in Qatar," coach Santos told a news conference. "There was a spirit of mutual help and great support from the public. It was a deserved and fair win and qualification. I don't remember any great goalscoring situations for their team." They were pushed into the playoffs after finishing second in Group A, having lost their final game at home to Serbia 2-1 last November. That had left them needing to win two consecutive elimination games to qualify, with last week's win over Turkey, where they survived late drama, setting up a decider against North Macedonia, who had stunned Italy in their opening match. It was a nervous occasion in Porto on Tuesday but Portugal dominated and avoided any surprises from the underdogs, who did not have a shot on target.

Cristiano Ronaldo-led Portugal qualify for FIFA World Cup 2022 after thrashing North Macedonia 2-0

<p>Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo has delivered a powerful message to his teammates and fans ahead of their World Cup qualifying clash against North Macedonia. Portugal will lock horns with North Macedonia in their final play-off fixture with a spot in the FIFA World Cup 2022 on the line. Ronaldo has insisted the game will be a matter of 'life and death' for the Portugal national team.</p>

<p>Portugal will start as favourites against North Macedonia having beaten Turkey 3-1 in the play-off semi-final. However, the Balkan nation cannot be taken lightly after they stunned Euro champions Italy 1-0 in what was one of the biggest upsets in football history. Noth Macedonia defeated Italy in their play-off semi-final to dump them out of the FIFA World Cup 2022.</p>

<p>While North Macedonia will be high on confidence having staged a massive upset against Italy, Ronaldo is confident they won't be able to repeat the feat against Portugal. Ronaldo, who has scored a whopping 115 goals for Portugal in his international career so far, has urged the fans to rally behind the team at the Estadio do Dragao on Wednesday.</p>

<p>"I urge the fans - I want hell breaking loose at Dragao [Stadium]," said Ronaldo ahead of Portugal's clash against North Macedonia.</p>

<p>"I went to bed last night thinking that I want the stadium to shut down the music for our national anthem and let the fans sing it acapella to show our passion, our strength and union around the objective of reaching the World Cup," he added.</p>

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<p>Stressing the importance of the game, Ronaldo said his teammates should treat the must-win game as a matter of life and death. He also expressed confidence in Portugal's chances of qualifying despite Noth Macedonia's recent morale-boosting win over Euro champions Italy.</p>

<p>"For us, this game is a matter of life and death. There is a responsibility to win this game. For us, also a game of our lives. They have surprised (opponents) in many games but I believe they will not surprise us," said Ronaldo.</p>

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Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo has delivered a powerful message to his teammates and fans ahead of their World Cup qualifying clash against North Macedonia. Portugal will lock horns with North Macedonia in their final play-off fixture with a spot in the FIFA World Cup 2022 on the line.

Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo has delivered a powerful message to his teammates and fans ahead of their World Cup qualifying clash against North Macedonia. Portugal will lock horns with North Macedonia in their final play-off fixture with a spot in the FIFA World Cup 2022 on the line. Ronaldo has insisted the game will be a matter of 'life and death' for the Portugal national team. Portugal will start as favourites against North Macedonia having beaten Turkey 3-1 in the play-off semi-final. However, the Balkan nation cannot be taken lightly after they stunned Euro champions Italy 1-0 in what was one of the biggest upsets in football history. Noth Macedonia defeated Italy in their play-off semi-final to dump them out of the FIFA World Cup 2022. While North Macedonia will be high on confidence having staged a massive upset against Italy, Ronaldo is confident they won't be able to repeat the feat against Portugal. Ronaldo, who has scored a whopping 115 goals for Portugal in his international career so far, has urged the fans to rally behind the team at the Estadio do Dragao on Wednesday. "I urge the fans - I want hell breaking loose at Dragao [Stadium]," said Ronaldo ahead of Portugal's clash against North Macedonia. "I went to bed last night thinking that I want the stadium to shut down the music for our national anthem and let the fans sing it acapella to show our passion, our strength and union around the objective of reaching the World Cup," he added. Also Read: Italy manager Roberto Mancini vows to stay despite missing out on FIFA World Cup 2022 Stressing the importance of the game, Ronaldo said his teammates should treat the must-win game as a matter of life and death. He also expressed confidence in Portugal's chances of qualifying despite Noth Macedonia's recent morale-boosting win over Euro champions Italy. "For us, this game is a matter of life and death. There is a responsibility to win this game. For us, also a game of our lives. They have surprised (opponents) in many games but I believe they will not surprise us," said Ronaldo.

North Macedonia clash matter of life and death, want hell breaking loose at stadium: Cristiano Ronaldo

<p>With a spot on the line for what could be his fifth and final World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo needs to avoid an upset like the one that ended Italy's hopes of making it to the tournament in Qatar.</p>

<p>Portugal faces a winner-take-all game on Tuesday against North Macedonia, the team that shocked Italy last week to keep the four-time champions out of the World Cup for the second straight time.</p>

<p>"We were surprised," Ronaldo said Monday.</p>

<p>"North Macedonia has surprised in many matches. But I don't think they will surprise us tomorrow. Portugal will play better and we will make it to the World Cup."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Portugal is trying to reach its sixth straight World Cup, and Ronaldo is hoping to play in his 10th consecutive major tournament after appearing in four World Cups and five European Championships since 2004.</p>

<p>"We know that if we win we will go to the World Cup and if we lose we are out,"&nbsp;he said.</p>

<p>"We have the responsibility to be positive and win the match. I see everyone well prepared and wanting to be at their best tomorrow."</p>

<p>Ronaldo is the only player to have scored at least once in the finals of nine top tournaments in a row.</p>

<p>The highest scorer in men's international soccer, Ronaldo would be 41 by the time of the next World Cup if Portugal doesn't qualify to play this year in Qatar.</p>

<p>The Manchester United forward didn't want to talk about the possibility of a World Cup without him.</p>

<p>"There is no World Cup without Portugal,"&nbsp;Ronaldo said.</p>

<p>"There are no individualities here."</p>

<p>Ronaldo said he is starting to hear repeated questions about his future and made it clear he is the only one who can make a decision on that.</p>

<p>"If I feel like playing, I will keep playing," he said.</p>

<p>"If I don't, I won't."</p>

<p>Portugal advanced to the game against North Macedonia by beating Turkey 3-1 in Porto on Thursday, when the visitors squandered an 85th-minute penalty kick that could have erased a two-goal lead from the first half. The Portuguese added their third goal in injury time.</p>

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<p>Portugal had been forced into the playoffs after conceding late and relinquishing a lead last year in the final group game against Serbia.</p>

<p>North Macedonia, which gained independence from the former Yugoslavia in 1991, is trying to make it to the World Cup final for the first time. It made its first appearance in the European Championship last year.</p>

<p>Aleksandar Trajkovski's surprising winner against Italy on Thursday came in the second minute of stoppage time in Palermo. North Macedonia had also beaten Germany a year ago in its European qualifying group, in which it finished second to the Germans.</p>

<p>Portugal coach Fernando Santos will have a more complete squad for the match&nbsp;in Porto as defenders Pepe and Jo'o Cancelo are back after missing the game against Turkey. Pepe had tested positive for COVID-19, while Cancelo was suspended.</p>


With a spot on the line for what could be his fifth and final World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo needs to avoid an upset like the one that ended Italy's hopes of making it to the tournament in Qatar.

With a spot on the line for what could be his fifth and final World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo needs to avoid an upset like the one that ended Italy's hopes of making it to the tournament in Qatar. Portugal faces a winner-take-all game on Tuesday against North Macedonia, the team that shocked Italy last week to keep the four-time champions out of the World Cup for the second straight time. "We were surprised," Ronaldo said Monday. "North Macedonia has surprised in many matches. But I don't think they will surprise us tomorrow. Portugal will play better and we will make it to the World Cup." ALSO READ: Canada beat Jamaica 4-0 to bring an end to 36-year long wait for a spot in FIFA World Cup Portugal is trying to reach its sixth straight World Cup, and Ronaldo is hoping to play in his 10th consecutive major tournament after appearing in four World Cups and five European Championships since 2004. "We know that if we win we will go to the World Cup and if we lose we are out," he said. "We have the responsibility to be positive and win the match. I see everyone well prepared and wanting to be at their best tomorrow." Ronaldo is the only player to have scored at least once in the finals of nine top tournaments in a row. The highest scorer in men's international soccer, Ronaldo would be 41 by the time of the next World Cup if Portugal doesn't qualify to play this year in Qatar. The Manchester United forward didn't want to talk about the possibility of a World Cup without him. "There is no World Cup without Portugal," Ronaldo said. "There are no individualities here." Ronaldo said he is starting to hear repeated questions about his future and made it clear he is the only one who can make a decision on that. "If I feel like playing, I will keep playing," he said. "If I don't, I won't." Portugal advanced to the game against North Macedonia by beating Turkey 3-1 in Porto on Thursday, when the visitors squandered an 85th-minute penalty kick that could have erased a two-goal lead from the first half. The Portuguese added their third goal in injury time. ALSO READ: India end Bahrain outing with 3-0 loss to Belarus in international friendly Portugal had been forced into the playoffs after conceding late and relinquishing a lead last year in the final group game against Serbia. North Macedonia, which gained independence from the former Yugoslavia in 1991, is trying to make it to the World Cup final for the first time. It made its first appearance in the European Championship last year. Aleksandar Trajkovski's surprising winner against Italy on Thursday came in the second minute of stoppage time in Palermo. North Macedonia had also beaten Germany a year ago in its European qualifying group, in which it finished second to the Germans. Portugal coach Fernando Santos will have a more complete squad for the match in Porto as defenders Pepe and Jo'o Cancelo are back after missing the game against Turkey. Pepe had tested positive for COVID-19, while Cancelo was suspended.

Portugal ready to avoid an upset: Cristiano Ronaldo after North Macedonia dump Italy out of FIFA World Cup

<p>Portugal survived a nervy finale to move one step closer to reaching the World Cup with a 3-1 win over Turkey, who missed a late penalty that could have forced extra time in their playoff semi-final on Thursday.</p>

<p>Roared on by a sold-out Dragao Stadium in Porto, Portugal dominated the game from the start and went 2-0 up in the first half after Otavio scored one goal and created another for Diogo Jota.</p>

<p>But Fernando Santos's side were pegged back by a Burak Yilmaz goal in 65th minute that put the Portuguese fans on the edge of their seats as Turkey started to threaten.</p>

<p>Defender Jose Fonte then fouled Enes Unal inside the area in the 85th minute to concede a penalty but Yilmaz fired his effort high over the bar.</p>

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<p>Portugal substitute Matheus Nunes then relieved the pressure on the hosts in added time with their third goal from a counter attack.</p>

<p>"I wasn't upset with the team but we played with fire today," Santos told reporters.</p>

<p>"We had the game under control but slowed down. Obviously the players are not machines, we didn't manage to score for 3-0 and those things can happen in football. But I'm glad we reacted very well. That moment (the penalty) could have been difficult for us."</p>

<p>After missing out on automatic qualification in November, Portugal will now host North Macedonia on Tuesday with the winner qualifying for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.</p>

<p>Portugal would have been expecting to face Italy, but they were shocked in a 1-0 defeat to North Macedonia in the other semi-final in Palermo, depriving fans of a highly anticipated face-off between the last two European champions.</p>

<p>Portugal started strongly, scoring twice in the first half with the result looking like a foregone conclusion going into the break.</p>

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<p>Brazilian-born Porto midfielder Otavio, a surprise inclusion in the starting team, provided Portugal’s main attacking threat.</p>

<p>He scored from a rebound in the 15th minute after a Bernardo Silva shot came back off the post and just before halftime, he crossed from the right flank for Jota to aim an unstoppable header into the net.</p>

<p>But Portugal took their foot off the gas in the second half and allowed the visitors to get into the game.</p>

<p>Yilmaz scored following a one-two with Cengiz Under and had the chance to equalise from the spot after the video assistant referee spotted a foul in the penalty area, but sent his effort soaring high over the bar.</p>


Portugal survived a nervy finale to move one step closer to reaching the World Cup with a 3-1 win over Turkey, who missed a late penalty that could have forced extra time in their playoff semi-final on Thursday.

Portugal survived a nervy finale to move one step closer to reaching the World Cup with a 3-1 win over Turkey, who missed a late penalty that could have forced extra time in their playoff semi-final on Thursday. Roared on by a sold-out Dragao Stadium in Porto, Portugal dominated the game from the start and went 2-0 up in the first half after Otavio scored one goal and created another for Diogo Jota. But Fernando Santos's side were pegged back by a Burak Yilmaz goal in 65th minute that put the Portuguese fans on the edge of their seats as Turkey started to threaten. Defender Jose Fonte then fouled Enes Unal inside the area in the 85th minute to concede a penalty but Yilmaz fired his effort high over the bar. ALSO READ: AC Milan owners Elliott Management join Nick Candy-led Blue Football consortium in bid for Chelsea Portugal substitute Matheus Nunes then relieved the pressure on the hosts in added time with their third goal from a counter attack. "I wasn't upset with the team but we played with fire today," Santos told reporters. "We had the game under control but slowed down. Obviously the players are not machines, we didn't manage to score for 3-0 and those things can happen in football. But I'm glad we reacted very well. That moment (the penalty) could have been difficult for us." After missing out on automatic qualification in November, Portugal will now host North Macedonia on Tuesday with the winner qualifying for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Portugal would have been expecting to face Italy, but they were shocked in a 1-0 defeat to North Macedonia in the other semi-final in Palermo, depriving fans of a highly anticipated face-off between the last two European champions. Portugal started strongly, scoring twice in the first half with the result looking like a foregone conclusion going into the break. ALSO READ: Substitute Kaoru Mitoma's brace sends Japan, Saudi Arabia to World Cup finals Brazilian-born Porto midfielder Otavio, a surprise inclusion in the starting team, provided Portugal’s main attacking threat. He scored from a rebound in the 15th minute after a Bernardo Silva shot came back off the post and just before halftime, he crossed from the right flank for Jota to aim an unstoppable header into the net. But Portugal took their foot off the gas in the second half and allowed the visitors to get into the game. Yilmaz scored following a one-two with Cengiz Under and had the chance to equalise from the spot after the video assistant referee spotted a foul in the penalty area, but sent his effort soaring high over the bar.

Portugal survive Turkey scare to move closer to World Cup

<p>Atletico Madrid knocked Manchester United out of the Champions League and moved into the quarter-finals after a 41st-minute header from Brazilian Renan Lodi gave them a 1-0 (2-1 aggregate) win at Old Trafford on Tuesday. It was a typical display of the kind of gritty defending and swift counter-attacking for which Diego Simeone`s Atletico side have been known while United, for all their pressure, were unable to create enough quality opportunities to get themselves the goal they needed.</p>

<p>United are left to focus on a Premier League campaign where they face a real battle to make the top four and earn a place in next year`s Champions League. The Spanish champions may not be favourites to reach the final in Paris on May 28 but none of the teams in the last eight will be hoping to be drawn against them.<br />
After Saturday`s win over Tottenham Hotspur, inspired by a Cristiano Ronaldo hat-trick, there was a positive mood around Old Trafford and the night began brightly for United with Anthony Elanga forcing a fine reflex save out of Jan Oblak with a near post flick from a Bruno Fernandes cross.</p>

<p>United`s Spanish keeper David de Gea then produced an outstanding diving save to push wide a long range effort from Rodrigo De Paul. Joao Felix then had the ball in the net, tapping in a cross from Marcos Llorente but the effort was ruled out for offside.</p>

<p>There was no reprieve though for United, though, when after a trademark Atletico counter-attack, a clever flick from Joao Felix found Antoine Griezmann whose cross was nodded in at the back post by Lodi.<br />
United argued that the move had followed a foul on Elanga deep in Atletico`s half but referee Slavko Vincic waved away their protests. Fernandes ended the half with a fierce shot that again tested Oblak to the full and raised hopes among the home support ahead of the second half. United, as expected, poured forward after the break in search of an equaliser but there was little design or craft to their attacks.</p>

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<p><strong>LACK OF CREATIVITY</strong><br />
Interim manager Ralf Rangnick threw on forwards as he sought the breakthrough bringing on Marcus Rashford and Edinson Cavani to play up front with Ronaldo and Jadon Sancho.<br />
But his decision to take off Fernandes in the 67th minute left the team short of creativity and their attacks were increasingly just one dimensional charges at the Atletico back-line.</p>

<p>Captain Harry Maguire was taken off, to cheers from the home support, as Rangnick threw on Spanish winger Juan Mata but the nearest United came to an equaliser was a fine header from Raphael Varane that had Oblak at full stretch. It was scrappy and at times cynical from Atletico in the latter stages but their disciplined defence held firm for the victory that sends them into the last eight.</p>

<p>"We want to go far in the competition and it`s incredible to still be in it. It`s important for us to still be in the Champions League in what`s an up-and-down season," said midfielder Koke. "For me, Jan Oblak is the best goalkeeper in the world. He`s shown it once again tonight." Rangnick was upset with the refereeing of the game but had few complaints about his team`s performance.</p>

<p>"I think we played a very good first half - exactly the way we wanted to play with a high energy level but we couldn`t convert that into one or two goals," he said. "Conceding that counter-attacking goal just before halftime didn`t make life any easier. It was hard in the second half and always interrupted. There was always somebody lying on the floor. "I would also say some curious refereeing decisions. I wouldn`t say they were decisive but at least he fell too often for those time-wasting antics."</p>


Atletico Madrid knocked Manchester United out of the Champions League and moved into the quarter-finals after a 41st-minute header from Brazilian Renan Lodi gave them a 1-0 (2-1 aggregate) win at Old Trafford on Tuesday.

Atletico Madrid knocked Manchester United out of the Champions League and moved into the quarter-finals after a 41st-minute header from Brazilian Renan Lodi gave them a 1-0 (2-1 aggregate) win at Old Trafford on Tuesday. It was a typical display of the kind of gritty defending and swift counter-attacking for which Diego Simeone`s Atletico side have been known while United, for all their pressure, were unable to create enough quality opportunities to get themselves the goal they needed. United are left to focus on a Premier League campaign where they face a real battle to make the top four and earn a place in next year`s Champions League. The Spanish champions may not be favourites to reach the final in Paris on May 28 but none of the teams in the last eight will be hoping to be drawn against them. After Saturday`s win over Tottenham Hotspur, inspired by a Cristiano Ronaldo hat-trick, there was a positive mood around Old Trafford and the night began brightly for United with Anthony Elanga forcing a fine reflex save out of Jan Oblak with a near post flick from a Bruno Fernandes cross. United`s Spanish keeper David de Gea then produced an outstanding diving save to push wide a long range effort from Rodrigo De Paul. Joao Felix then had the ball in the net, tapping in a cross from Marcos Llorente but the effort was ruled out for offside. There was no reprieve though for United, though, when after a trademark Atletico counter-attack, a clever flick from Joao Felix found Antoine Griezmann whose cross was nodded in at the back post by Lodi. United argued that the move had followed a foul on Elanga deep in Atletico`s half but referee Slavko Vincic waved away their protests. Fernandes ended the half with a fierce shot that again tested Oblak to the full and raised hopes among the home support ahead of the second half. United, as expected, poured forward after the break in search of an equaliser but there was little design or craft to their attacks. ALSO READ | From Cristiano Ronaldo to Paul Pogba: Superstars who can leave Manchester United this year LACK OF CREATIVITY Interim manager Ralf Rangnick threw on forwards as he sought the breakthrough bringing on Marcus Rashford and Edinson Cavani to play up front with Ronaldo and Jadon Sancho. But his decision to take off Fernandes in the 67th minute left the team short of creativity and their attacks were increasingly just one dimensional charges at the Atletico back-line. Captain Harry Maguire was taken off, to cheers from the home support, as Rangnick threw on Spanish winger Juan Mata but the nearest United came to an equaliser was a fine header from Raphael Varane that had Oblak at full stretch. It was scrappy and at times cynical from Atletico in the latter stages but their disciplined defence held firm for the victory that sends them into the last eight. "We want to go far in the competition and it`s incredible to still be in it. It`s important for us to still be in the Champions League in what`s an up-and-down season," said midfielder Koke. "For me, Jan Oblak is the best goalkeeper in the world. He`s shown it once again tonight." Rangnick was upset with the refereeing of the game but had few complaints about his team`s performance. "I think we played a very good first half - exactly the way we wanted to play with a high energy level but we couldn`t convert that into one or two goals," he said. "Conceding that counter-attacking goal just before halftime didn`t make life any easier. It was hard in the second half and always interrupted. There was always somebody lying on the floor. "I would also say some curious refereeing decisions. I wouldn`t say they were decisive but at least he fell too often for those time-wasting antics."

Atletico Madrid win at Old Trafford to knock out Cristiano Ronaldo-starrer Manchester United

From Cristiano Ronaldo to Paul Pogba: Superstars who can leave Manchester United this year

<p>Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo etched his name in the history books as he broke the record for most goals scored for club and country by a professional footballer with a stunning hat-trick in his side's clash against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Sunday. Ronaldo's hat-trick gave United a 3-2 win over Spurs helping them keep their top-four hopes alive.</p>

<p>After missing Manchester United's last Premier League outing against local rivals Manchester City, Ronaldo was back in the side and returned to the scoring sheet in style. With three crucial goals for United, Ronaldo went past Josef Bican, who held the record for being the highest goal-scorer in professional football with 805 goals to his name.</p>

<p>Ronaldo opened the scoring for United in the 12th minute to register his 805th career goal before Harry Kane slotted home a penalty to bring Spurs on level terms at Old Trafford. Ronaldo scored his second goal in the 38th minute to restore United's lead.</p>

<p>Harry Maguire's own goal once again brought Spurs back in the game at 2-2 before Ronaldo scored from a towering header to secure a much-needed victory for the Red Devils. It was Ronaldo's first hat-trick at Manchester United since his return to the club last year.</p>

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<p>As per FIFA records, Bican, who scored 805 goals in his professional career, held the record for being the all-time leading scorer in professional football. However, Ronaldo now has 807 goals to his name for club and country and is the leading goal-scorer of all time.</p>

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<p>While it was Ronaldo's first hat-trick for United since returning to the club last year, it was his 49th hat-trick overall in his club&nbsp;career and 59th for club and country combined. He has now scored a hat-trick in his career for each of the last 13 calendar years.</p>

<p>Ronaldo also became the second-oldest player after&nbsp;Teddy Sheringham in August 2003 (37y &amp; 146d) to score a hat-trick in the Premier League. With the win, Manchester United regained the 4th spot on the points table with 50 points from 29 matches so far this season.</p>

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Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo etched his name in the history books as he broke the record for most goals scored for club and country by a professional footballer with a stunning hat-trick in his side's clash against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Sunday.

Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo etched his name in the history books as he broke the record for most goals scored for club and country by a professional footballer with a stunning hat-trick in his side's clash against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Sunday. Ronaldo's hat-trick gave United a 3-2 win over Spurs helping them keep their top-four hopes alive. After missing Manchester United's last Premier League outing against local rivals Manchester City, Ronaldo was back in the side and returned to the scoring sheet in style. With three crucial goals for United, Ronaldo went past Josef Bican, who held the record for being the highest goal-scorer in professional football with 805 goals to his name. Ronaldo opened the scoring for United in the 12th minute to register his 805th career goal before Harry Kane slotted home a penalty to bring Spurs on level terms at Old Trafford. Ronaldo scored his second goal in the 38th minute to restore United's lead. Harry Maguire's own goal once again brought Spurs back in the game at 2-2 before Ronaldo scored from a towering header to secure a much-needed victory for the Red Devils. It was Ronaldo's first hat-trick at Manchester United since his return to the club last year. The moment @Cristiano hit career goals and became the all-time leading scorer #MUFC | #MUNTOT — Manchester United (@ManUtd) March 13, 2022 × As per FIFA records, Bican, who scored 805 goals in his professional career, held the record for being the all-time leading scorer in professional football. However, Ronaldo now has 807 goals to his name for club and country and is the leading goal-scorer of all time. Also Read: Premier League: Luis Diaz, Mohamed Salah strike as Liverpool thrash Brighton & Hove Albion 2-0 While it was Ronaldo's first hat-trick for United since returning to the club last year, it was his 49th hat-trick overall in his club career and 59th for club and country combined. He has now scored a hat-trick in his career for each of the last 13 calendar years. Ronaldo also became the second-oldest player after Teddy Sheringham in August 2003 (37y & 146d) to score a hat-trick in the Premier League. With the win, Manchester United regained the 4th spot on the points table with 50 points from 29 matches so far this season.

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks world record in football with a stunning hat-trick against Tottenham Hotspur

<p>Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick said United were aggressive enough in the vital moments to achieve a crucial 3-2 win over top-four rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League at Old Trafford.</p>

<p>Cristiano Ronaldo produced an incredible hat-trick to lift Manchester United into fourth place as Tottenham Hotspur were beaten in a thriller.</p>

<p>Rangnick was impressed with the Portuguese's energy, along with the reaction from his side after last week's loss in the derby.</p>

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<p>"It was exactly the kind of reaction that we expected from the team after the poor performance in the second half against City. Coming back after two equalisers also showed the right mentality. We were really aggressive in those moments and also defended well in the last seven, eight minutes and in the end, I think we deserved to win," Rangnick told MUTV.</p>

<p>Rangnick also revealed the late call to start Ronaldo.</p>

<p>He said: "Well I didn't expect him to score three goals, but I expected him to score. That's why I decided to play him, although he only resumed training on Thursday. His training session on Thursday was so good that's why I decided to play him from the start and not have him on the bench. In the end, it was the right decision."</p>

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<p>With the treble against Spurs, Ronaldo has lifted himself on top of FIFA's all-time scorers'&nbsp;list.</p>

<p>The first win in three games lifted Manchester United to fourth with 50 points.</p>

<p>Spurs are five points back in seventh, having played two matches fewer.</p>


Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick said United were aggressive enough in the vital moments to achieve a crucial 3-2 win over top-four rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League at Old Trafford.

Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick said United were aggressive enough in the vital moments to achieve a crucial 3-2 win over top-four rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League at Old Trafford. Cristiano Ronaldo produced an incredible hat-trick to lift Manchester United into fourth place as Tottenham Hotspur were beaten in a thriller. Rangnick was impressed with the Portuguese's energy, along with the reaction from his side after last week's loss in the derby. ALSO READ: Even Lionel Messi not enough as PSG stumble once again on the big stage "It was exactly the kind of reaction that we expected from the team after the poor performance in the second half against City. Coming back after two equalisers also showed the right mentality. We were really aggressive in those moments and also defended well in the last seven, eight minutes and in the end, I think we deserved to win," Rangnick told MUTV. Rangnick also revealed the late call to start Ronaldo. He said: "Well I didn't expect him to score three goals, but I expected him to score. That's why I decided to play him, although he only resumed training on Thursday. His training session on Thursday was so good that's why I decided to play him from the start and not have him on the bench. In the end, it was the right decision." ALSO READ: With Cristiano Ronaldo's hat-trick, Tom Brady witnesses another GOAT defy the years With the treble against Spurs, Ronaldo has lifted himself on top of FIFA's all-time scorers' list. The first win in three games lifted Manchester United to fourth with 50 points. Spurs are five points back in seventh, having played two matches fewer.

Didn't expect him to score three goals: Ralf Rangnick on Cristiano Ronaldo's hat-trick against Spurs

<p>As Tom Brady walked onto the Old Trafford field to greet Cristiano Ronaldo after the Manchester United striker's hat-trick in Saturday's 3-2 Premier League win over Tottenham Hotspur there was a knowing smile on his face.</p>

<p>What would surely have most impressed former NFL great Brady, who retired last month aged 44, was not the stunning 25 metre opener nor the well-placed header to win the match nine minutes from time but the look of determination, bordering on anger, that the 37-year-old Ronaldo had throughout the game.</p>

<p>Brady was not like that. He kept his emotions well hidden for most of his Hall of Fame career as a quarterback for the New England Patriots and latterly the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before retiring with a record seven Super Bowl triumphs.</p>

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<p>But while a fist-pump or a back-slap might have been as emotional as Brady managed publicly in most games, there was never any doubt he burned with the same passion and desire as fellow Greatest of All Time (GOAT) contender Ronaldo.</p>

<p>The Portuguese has scored 18 goals so far this season, after returning to United from Italian club Juventus, but there has been continuous chatter from pundits that he is a 'problem'&nbsp;for the club and more recently suggestions that all is not well in his rapport with interim manager Ralf Rangnick.</p>

<p>So there was an extra fire in Ronaldo's performance on Saturday and United's World Cup-winning French midfielder Paul Pogba addressed the issue head on.</p>

<p>"He has never been a problem. You have the best striker in history in our team, it cannot be a problem. Today he showed why he is Cristiano Ronaldo. The performance from him and all the team was very brilliant," he said.</p>

<p>“Everybody knows Cristiano – there’s no need to talk about him. That’s what he does. He didn’t play in the last game, but he comes back and scores three goals. Everybody’s happy."</p>

<p>DECISIVE RONALDO</p>

<p>Tottenham's Italian manager Antonio Conte had no doubt about the impact of the five-times Ballon d'Or winner on the game.</p>

<p>"Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are the two best players in the world in this era. When you play against this type of player, they’re decisive. Without Cristiano Ronaldo, for United it wouldn’t have been a good night," he said.</p>

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<p>His German counterpart Rangnick was quick to praise the team performance but could not ignore the display by the former Real Madrid and Juventus man.</p>

<p>"Today it was his best performance, at least since I arrived. He was good in training on Thursday and that is why I decided to start him. Fantastic performance by him but also by the rest of the team," he said.</p>

<p>The crowd lapped it up with Old Trafford loudly showing its appreciation.</p>

<p>"He can do (that) but again he can also do it only with the team. A fantastic performance. It was not just the three goals today it was also that he was part of the team when they were in possession of the ball," added Rangnick.</p>


As Tom Brady walked onto the Old Trafford field to greet Cristiano Ronaldo after the Manchester United striker's hat-trick in Saturday's 3-2 Premier League win over Tottenham Hotspur there was a knowing smile on his face.

As Tom Brady walked onto the Old Trafford field to greet Cristiano Ronaldo after the Manchester United striker's hat-trick in Saturday's 3-2 Premier League win over Tottenham Hotspur there was a knowing smile on his face. What would surely have most impressed former NFL great Brady, who retired last month aged 44, was not the stunning 25 metre opener nor the well-placed header to win the match nine minutes from time but the look of determination, bordering on anger, that the 37-year-old Ronaldo had throughout the game. Brady was not like that. He kept his emotions well hidden for most of his Hall of Fame career as a quarterback for the New England Patriots and latterly the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before retiring with a record seven Super Bowl triumphs. ALSO READ: Premier League: Cristiano Ronaldo's hat-trick helps Man United secure 3-2 win over Tottenham Hotspur But while a fist-pump or a back-slap might have been as emotional as Brady managed publicly in most games, there was never any doubt he burned with the same passion and desire as fellow Greatest of All Time (GOAT) contender Ronaldo. The Portuguese has scored 18 goals so far this season, after returning to United from Italian club Juventus, but there has been continuous chatter from pundits that he is a 'problem' for the club and more recently suggestions that all is not well in his rapport with interim manager Ralf Rangnick. So there was an extra fire in Ronaldo's performance on Saturday and United's World Cup-winning French midfielder Paul Pogba addressed the issue head on. "He has never been a problem. You have the best striker in history in our team, it cannot be a problem. Today he showed why he is Cristiano Ronaldo. The performance from him and all the team was very brilliant," he said. “Everybody knows Cristiano – there’s no need to talk about him. That’s what he does. He didn’t play in the last game, but he comes back and scores three goals. Everybody’s happy." DECISIVE RONALDO Tottenham's Italian manager Antonio Conte had no doubt about the impact of the five-times Ballon d'Or winner on the game. "Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are the two best players in the world in this era. When you play against this type of player, they’re decisive. Without Cristiano Ronaldo, for United it wouldn’t have been a good night," he said. ALSO READ: Cristiano Ronaldo breaks world record in football with a stunning hat-trick against Tottenham Hotspur His German counterpart Rangnick was quick to praise the team performance but could not ignore the display by the former Real Madrid and Juventus man. "Today it was his best performance, at least since I arrived. He was good in training on Thursday and that is why I decided to start him. Fantastic performance by him but also by the rest of the team," he said. The crowd lapped it up with Old Trafford loudly showing its appreciation. "He can do (that) but again he can also do it only with the team. A fantastic performance. It was not just the three goals today it was also that he was part of the team when they were in possession of the ball," added Rangnick.

With Cristiano Ronaldo's hat-trick, Tom Brady witnesses another GOAT defy the years

<p>Cristiano Ronaldo answered all the questions about his continuing value to Manchester United with a superb hat-trick to secure a 3-2 win over Tottenham Hotspur in an entertaining Premier League contest on Saturday.</p>

<p>Just six days after doubts were raised about his injury absence for the Manchester derby and at the end of a week marked by tabloid speculation over his relationship with interim manager Ralf Rangnick, the 37-year-old delivered a reminder of just why United chose to bring him back to Old Trafford.<br />
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The five-times Ballon d'Or winner headed the winner nine minutes from time before he was promptly taken off to ecstatic cheers. It was the 807th goal of his career, laying claim to professional football's all-time leading scorer record.</p>

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<p>With the whole stadium chanting 'Viva Ronaldo', the atmosphere at Old Trafford, which has endured a disappointing season, was back to the heady days of September when the forward scored twice against Newcastle United on his return to the club.</p>

<p>The result moves United two points above Arsenal and back into fourth place, although the Gunners have four games in hand starting with Sunday's home match against Leicester City.</p>

<p>Pundits, like former United captain Roy Keane, had questioned whether Ronaldo truly was injured for the 4-1 loss at Premier League leaders City while his decision to fly back to Portugal for his rehab also raised questions.</p>

<p>When asked before the Tottenham game whether Ronaldo was happy with his situation, Rangnick said: "I don't know. I haven't asked him if he's happy at Manchester and at this club."</p>

<p>But the way the team celebrated his goals and the look of determination, almost anger, on the 37-year-old's Ronaldo's face after each goal, sent a clear message.</p>

<p>“Everybody knows Cristiano – there’s no need to talk about him. That’s what he does. He didn’t play in the last game, but he comes back and scores three goals. Everybody’s happy," said midfielder Paul Pogba.</p>

<p>“Ronaldo was brilliant. I think that’s all we needed - a reaction. We scored beautiful goals. Even when we conceded a goal, we came back and scored again. The mentality was there again today.</p>

<p>Ronaldo put United ahead in the 12th minute with a spectacular long-range blast from over 20 metres out after he had collected a clever flick from Fred.</p>

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<p>But a Harry Kane penalty brought Spurs level in the 35th, after a cross from Dejan Kulusevski had struck Alex Telles'&nbsp;arm.</p>

<p>Three minutes later, though, the Portugal forward restored United's advantage, slotting home after Jadon Sancho broke the offside trap and set up Ronaldo with a low cross.</p>

<p>Tottenham restored parity in the 72nd with an own goal by United captain Harry Maguire who slid in to inadvertently divert a low cross from Sergio Reguilon past David De Gea.</p>

<p>But Ronaldo, who had twice tested keeper Hugo Lloris after the break, settled the contest with a powerful header from an Alex Telles corner.</p>


Cristiano Ronaldo answered all the questions about his continuing value to Manchester United with a superb hat-trick to secure a 3-2 win over Tottenham Hotspur in an entertaining Premier League contest on Saturday.

Cristiano Ronaldo answered all the questions about his continuing value to Manchester United with a superb hat-trick to secure a 3-2 win over Tottenham Hotspur in an entertaining Premier League contest on Saturday. Just six days after doubts were raised about his injury absence for the Manchester derby and at the end of a week marked by tabloid speculation over his relationship with interim manager Ralf Rangnick, the 37-year-old delivered a reminder of just why United chose to bring him back to Old Trafford. The five-times Ballon d'Or winner headed the winner nine minutes from time before he was promptly taken off to ecstatic cheers. It was the 807th goal of his career, laying claim to professional football's all-time leading scorer record. ALSO READ: Cristiano Ronaldo breaks world record in football with a stunning hat-trick against Tottenham Hotspur With the whole stadium chanting 'Viva Ronaldo', the atmosphere at Old Trafford, which has endured a disappointing season, was back to the heady days of September when the forward scored twice against Newcastle United on his return to the club. The result moves United two points above Arsenal and back into fourth place, although the Gunners have four games in hand starting with Sunday's home match against Leicester City. Pundits, like former United captain Roy Keane, had questioned whether Ronaldo truly was injured for the 4-1 loss at Premier League leaders City while his decision to fly back to Portugal for his rehab also raised questions. When asked before the Tottenham game whether Ronaldo was happy with his situation, Rangnick said: "I don't know. I haven't asked him if he's happy at Manchester and at this club." But the way the team celebrated his goals and the look of determination, almost anger, on the 37-year-old's Ronaldo's face after each goal, sent a clear message. “Everybody knows Cristiano – there’s no need to talk about him. That’s what he does. He didn’t play in the last game, but he comes back and scores three goals. Everybody’s happy," said midfielder Paul Pogba. “Ronaldo was brilliant. I think that’s all we needed - a reaction. We scored beautiful goals. Even when we conceded a goal, we came back and scored again. The mentality was there again today. Ronaldo put United ahead in the 12th minute with a spectacular long-range blast from over 20 metres out after he had collected a clever flick from Fred. ALSO READ: Premier League: Luis Diaz, Mohamed Salah strike as Liverpool thrash Brighton & Hove Albion 2-0 But a Harry Kane penalty brought Spurs level in the 35th, after a cross from Dejan Kulusevski had struck Alex Telles' arm. Three minutes later, though, the Portugal forward restored United's advantage, slotting home after Jadon Sancho broke the offside trap and set up Ronaldo with a low cross. Tottenham restored parity in the 72nd with an own goal by United captain Harry Maguire who slid in to inadvertently divert a low cross from Sergio Reguilon past David De Gea. But Ronaldo, who had twice tested keeper Hugo Lloris after the break, settled the contest with a powerful header from an Alex Telles corner.

Premier League: Cristiano Ronaldo's hat-trick helps Man United secure 3-2 win over Tottenham Hotspur

<p>The criteria for claiming Ballon d'Or which is one of the most prestigious prizes in football has been tweaked by France Football for the current year and beyond on Friday.</p>

<p>The Ballon d'Or will now be awarded on the basis of a classic football season which is August to July rather than on yearly stats. Organisers further confirmed that the FIFA World Cup in Qatar will count for the 2023 award.</p>

<p>The jury that selects the winner will be reduced to around 100 journalists rather than the current 170. The women's award will have a jury of 50.</p>

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<p>"Also, by proceeding with a slight shift in time, with an abandonment of the calendar rhythm and an alignment of the BO (men and women) on the classic seasonality of football - for the month of August, which coincides with the start of the major championships and the European preliminary rounds, the following July, which corresponds to the lowering of the curtain for all competitions, national and international, selections included - we end up with a clarification of the performances to be counted and evaluated. The next edition will therefore take into account the entire 2021-22 season which will end with the Women's Euro (July 6-31, 2022). The World Cup in Qatar (November 21-December 18, 2022) will, however, include the 2023 Ballon d`Or edition," the statement said.</p>

<p>In another change, former Chelsea forward Didier Drogba is joining the committee that picks nominees.</p>

<p>Paris Saint-Germain superstar Lionel Messi was the last man to land the Ballon d'Or.</p>


The criteria for claiming Ballon d'Or which is one of the most prestigious prizes in football has been tweaked by France Football for the current year and beyond on Friday.

The criteria for claiming Ballon d'Or which is one of the most prestigious prizes in football has been tweaked by France Football for the current year and beyond on Friday. The Ballon d'Or will now be awarded on the basis of a classic football season which is August to July rather than on yearly stats. Organisers further confirmed that the FIFA World Cup in Qatar will count for the 2023 award. The jury that selects the winner will be reduced to around 100 journalists rather than the current 170. The women's award will have a jury of 50. ALSO READ: British property developer Nick Candy interested in a bid for Chelsea Football Club, says spokesperson "Also, by proceeding with a slight shift in time, with an abandonment of the calendar rhythm and an alignment of the BO (men and women) on the classic seasonality of football - for the month of August, which coincides with the start of the major championships and the European preliminary rounds, the following July, which corresponds to the lowering of the curtain for all competitions, national and international, selections included - we end up with a clarification of the performances to be counted and evaluated. The next edition will therefore take into account the entire 2021-22 season which will end with the Women's Euro (July 6-31, 2022). The World Cup in Qatar (November 21-December 18, 2022) will, however, include the 2023 Ballon d`Or edition," the statement said. In another change, former Chelsea forward Didier Drogba is joining the committee that picks nominees. Paris Saint-Germain superstar Lionel Messi was the last man to land the Ballon d'Or.

France Football tweak Ballon d'Or award process for current year and beyond

<p>Manchester United's struggles have been left wide exposed this season under interim manager Ralf Rangnick. While there have been several reports of tension brewing in the dressing room over the club's lacklustre performances, speculations are rife over Cristiano Ronaldo's potential exit from Old Trafford at the end of the ongoing season.</p>

<p>Ronaldo was absent from Manchester United's squad in their last Premier League outing against local rivals Manchester City. Ronaldo had complained of a hip injury and flew to Portugal missing the derby against Manchester City. He has now returned to training and was pictured practising at United's training ground - Carrington.</p>

<p>After his absence from the squad against City, speculations were rife that Ronaldo is on his way out of Manchester United in the summer. As per a report in The Sun, Ronaldo has already held talks with his agent Jorge Mendes about finding him a new club in the summer and is intent on leaving Manchester United.</p>

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<p>As per the report, Mendes had tried to calm Ronaldo down over the situation as it has been less than a year for him since returning to Manchester United last year, however, the Portuguese forward has all but made up his mind to move on and Mendes seems to fighting a lone battle.</p>

<p>The report further added that Ronaldo was told by United manager Rangnick that he would be used as a super-sub against Manchester City which left the Portuguese infuriated as he wanted to be a starter in the important game. Ronaldo then decided to flew to Portugal after complaining of a hip issue.</p>

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<p>While Manchester United have been far from consistent in the Premier League so far this season, Ronaldo has also struggled to score regularly. The Portuguese star has so far managed 15 goals in 29 matches for the club in the Premier League and Champions League combined.</p>

<p>Manchester United are currently placed 5th on the Premier League table with 47 points from 28 games so far this season and are locked in a battle with Arsenal to secure a top-four finish. Arsenal have 48 points to their name in just 25 games and are well-placed to finish in the top four.</p>

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Manchester United's struggles have been left wide exposed this season under interim manager Ralf Rangnick. While there have been several reports of tension brewing in the dressing room over the club's lacklustre performances, speculations are rife over Cristiano Ronaldo's potential exit from Old Trafford at the end of the ongoing season.

Manchester United's struggles have been left wide exposed this season under interim manager Ralf Rangnick. While there have been several reports of tension brewing in the dressing room over the club's lacklustre performances, speculations are rife over Cristiano Ronaldo's potential exit from Old Trafford at the end of the ongoing season. Ronaldo was absent from Manchester United's squad in their last Premier League outing against local rivals Manchester City. Ronaldo had complained of a hip injury and flew to Portugal missing the derby against Manchester City. He has now returned to training and was pictured practising at United's training ground - Carrington. After his absence from the squad against City, speculations were rife that Ronaldo is on his way out of Manchester United in the summer. As per a report in The Sun, Ronaldo has already held talks with his agent Jorge Mendes about finding him a new club in the summer and is intent on leaving Manchester United. Also Read: Neymar reacts to reports of dressing room bust-up with PSG teammate Donnarumma after Real Madrid loss As per the report, Mendes had tried to calm Ronaldo down over the situation as it has been less than a year for him since returning to Manchester United last year, however, the Portuguese forward has all but made up his mind to move on and Mendes seems to fighting a lone battle. The report further added that Ronaldo was told by United manager Rangnick that he would be used as a super-sub against Manchester City which left the Portuguese infuriated as he wanted to be a starter in the important game. Ronaldo then decided to flew to Portugal after complaining of a hip issue. Also Read: Is it happening? Cristiano Ronaldo to leave Manchester United and join Lionel Messi at PSG - Reports While Manchester United have been far from consistent in the Premier League so far this season, Ronaldo has also struggled to score regularly. The Portuguese star has so far managed 15 goals in 29 matches for the club in the Premier League and Champions League combined. Manchester United are currently placed 5th on the Premier League table with 47 points from 28 games so far this season and are locked in a battle with Arsenal to secure a top-four finish. Arsenal have 48 points to their name in just 25 games and are well-placed to finish in the top four.

Cristiano Ronaldo intent on leaving Manchester United, has held talks with agent Jorge Mendes - Report

<p>Cristiano Ronaldo didn't feature in Manchester United's Premier League clash versus arch-rivals Manchester City on March 6. The 37-year-old Portugal captain's absence made heads turn as the Red Devils were thrased 4-1 by the Cityzens. It is being reported that the star Man United striker isn't keen on carrying on with the club&nbsp;if they fail to qualify for the Champions League by not finishing in the top four this season.</p>

<p>Thus, speculations are rife that Ronaldo could join his arch-rival Lionel Messi in Paris Saint Germain, as a replacement for France's striker Kylian Mbappe. For the unversed, the Parisians are&nbsp;all but set to lose superstar forward&nbsp;Mbappe&nbsp;to Real Madrid in the summer. Thus, the hunt for his replacement has already commenced and Ronaldo's name is also in consideration. Along with him, Man Utd's striker Marcus Rashford is also a contender to join PSG as Mbappe's replacement.</p>

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<p>If all goes as per the reports, PSG could pull off the biggest casting coup by having both Ronaldo and Messi at their disposal. The two all-time greats have never shared a dressing room before and, hence, it will be a whopping news in the sporting fraternity.&nbsp;As per Football Transfers, Ronaldo is keen to make a shift from the Red Devils' camp if they fail to qualify for the Champions League as the veteran superstar footballer is eager to win one or more major honours before calling it quits.</p>

<p>While reports suggest that Ronaldo travelled back to Portugal and missed the Manchester Derby due to a hip injury, it is being said that the real reason behind his absence is&nbsp;to seek clarity on his future beyond this season.</p>

<p>Both Ronaldo and Rashford aren't getting much playing time in the Man United setup at present and, hence, PSG can pounce on this opportunity to add one of them in place of Mbappe.</p>


Cristiano Ronaldo didn't feature in Manchester United's Premier League clash versus arch-rivals Manchester City on March 6. The 37-year-old Portugal captain's absence made heads turn as the Red Devils were thrased 4-1 by the Cityzens.

Cristiano Ronaldo didn't feature in Manchester United's Premier League clash versus arch-rivals Manchester City on March 6. The 37-year-old Portugal captain's absence made heads turn as the Red Devils were thrased 4-1 by the Cityzens. It is being reported that the star Man United striker isn't keen on carrying on with the club if they fail to qualify for the Champions League by not finishing in the top four this season. Thus, speculations are rife that Ronaldo could join his arch-rival Lionel Messi in Paris Saint Germain, as a replacement for France's striker Kylian Mbappe. For the unversed, the Parisians are all but set to lose superstar forward Mbappe to Real Madrid in the summer. Thus, the hunt for his replacement has already commenced and Ronaldo's name is also in consideration. Along with him, Man Utd's striker Marcus Rashford is also a contender to join PSG as Mbappe's replacement. ALSO READ | Lewandowski attains special feat, not even achieved by Ronaldo and Messi, in Champions League history If all goes as per the reports, PSG could pull off the biggest casting coup by having both Ronaldo and Messi at their disposal. The two all-time greats have never shared a dressing room before and, hence, it will be a whopping news in the sporting fraternity. As per Football Transfers, Ronaldo is keen to make a shift from the Red Devils' camp if they fail to qualify for the Champions League as the veteran superstar footballer is eager to win one or more major honours before calling it quits. While reports suggest that Ronaldo travelled back to Portugal and missed the Manchester Derby due to a hip injury, it is being said that the real reason behind his absence is to seek clarity on his future beyond this season. Both Ronaldo and Rashford aren't getting much playing time in the Man United setup at present and, hence, PSG can pounce on this opportunity to add one of them in place of Mbappe.

Is it happening? Cristiano Ronaldo to leave Manchester United and join Lionel Messi at PSG - Reports

<p>German giants Bayern Munich hammered&nbsp;Austrian club&nbsp;RB Salzburg 7-1 in&nbsp;the second leg of the&nbsp;UEFA Champions League&nbsp;Round of 16 clash. During the match, Robert&nbsp;Lewandowski made history after his memorable performance on the field.&nbsp;Lewandowski scored the first three goals to attain a special feat.</p>

<p>Lewandowski&nbsp;opened the scoring for his side from the spot after being brought down in the penalty box in the 12th minute. Soon, he&nbsp;doubled the tally 9 minutes later courtesy another penalty. In the 23rd minute, the Polish striker scored his third goal and completed the fastest hat-trick ever in the history of the Champions League. It becomes all the more special as&nbsp;none among Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have managed to complete a treble so early in a contest in the history of the competition.</p>

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<p>The previous record was held by AC Milan's Marco Simone, who had completed his&nbsp;hat-trick in 24 minutes against Rosenborg in 1996. Courtesy his dream run&nbsp;against Salzburg, Lewandowski also took his goal-tally to 12 in the ongoing CL 2021-22 season. With this, he is now at the top-spot in the most number of goals scored in the current edition, ahead of Ajax's&nbsp;Sebastian Haller.</p>

<p>Lewandowski has been having a dream run since the past few years and has grown in stature ever since. He will be eager to continue with the momentum in Bayern's next clash. The table-toppers will lock horns with&nbsp;Hoffenheim on March 12.</p>


German giants Bayern Munich hammered Austrian club RB Salzburg 7-1 in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash. During the match, Robert Lewandowski made history after his memorable performance on the field.

German giants Bayern Munich hammered Austrian club RB Salzburg 7-1 in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash. During the match, Robert Lewandowski made history after his memorable performance on the field. Lewandowski scored the first three goals to attain a special feat. Lewandowski opened the scoring for his side from the spot after being brought down in the penalty box in the 12th minute. Soon, he doubled the tally 9 minutes later courtesy another penalty. In the 23rd minute, the Polish striker scored his third goal and completed the fastest hat-trick ever in the history of the Champions League. It becomes all the more special as none among Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have managed to complete a treble so early in a contest in the history of the competition. ALSO READ | Champions League: Robert Lewandowski's hat-trick helps Bayern Munich register clinical win over Salzburg The previous record was held by AC Milan's Marco Simone, who had completed his hat-trick in 24 minutes against Rosenborg in 1996. Courtesy his dream run against Salzburg, Lewandowski also took his goal-tally to 12 in the ongoing CL 2021-22 season. With this, he is now at the top-spot in the most number of goals scored in the current edition, ahead of Ajax's Sebastian Haller. Lewandowski has been having a dream run since the past few years and has grown in stature ever since. He will be eager to continue with the momentum in Bayern's next clash. The table-toppers will lock horns with Hoffenheim on March 12.

Lewandowski attains special feat, not even achieved by Ronaldo and Messi, in Champions League history

<p>Kevin De Bruyne and Riyad Mahrez scored two goals each as Manchester City restored their lead at the top of the Premier League to six points with a convincing 4-1 derby victory over Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.</p>

<p>United had put up a decent fight in the first half, going in 2-1 down at the break, but City's quality showed after the interval with Ralf Rangnick's side looking increasingly demoralised.</p>

<p>City have 69 points from 28 games with Liverpool on 63 from one game less. United slip down to fifth place, a point behind Arsenal who beat Watford on Sunday and have three games in hand.</p>

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<p>Belgian De Bruyne was outstanding, running the game from central midfield and then presenting himself as a threat in the box.</p>

<p>United were without Cristiano Ronaldo and Edinson Cavani through injuries and surprisingly Rangnick opted to play Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes in forward positions.</p>

<p>City made the perfect start with De Bruyne putting them ahead in the fifth minute, slotting home a low pulled-back pass from Bernardo Silva after they overloaded the left side.</p>

<p>But United drew level through a superb curling shot from Jadon Sancho, who took his time and cut inside after a swift break before beating Ederson with his confident strike.</p>

<p>But Belgian De Bruyne restored City's advantage finding the target after Phil Foden had powered into the area and seen his shot parried out by David De Gea.</p>

<p>City dominated after the break and made it 3-1 when De Bruyne struck a corner deep to the edge of the box and Mahrez met it with a first-time drive which took a slight deflection off Harry Maguire.</p>

<p>Mahrez completed the victory with a goal that was initially flagged as offside but VAR found Alex Telles had played the Algerian onside before he latched on to an Ilkay Gundogan pass and blasted in off the shoulder of De Gea.</p>

<p>The scoreline was a fair reflection of City's dominance and manager Pep Guardiola was full of praise for his team.</p>

<p>"It was excellent from the first minute. We played really well and had to be patient in the first step," said the Spaniard.</p>

<p>"Football is emotions. It's tactics, definitely, but it's also emotions. Without the ball, we are a team with desire and passion to regain the ball from the first minute to the 90th," he added.</p>

<p>Rangnick felt his tactics had been the right way to take on City before the gulf in class became evident.</p>

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<p>"It was working. For us it was clear if we want a chance to win the game we have to do a lot of running. You have to be in attacking and hunting mode and we did that in the first half. The third goal killed us off in the end," he said.</p>

<p>"It's difficult, if we attack them very high there is a lot of negative running you need to do. The third goal is a brilliantly taken corner and it is almost impossible to defend that. The second half they were the better team and they showed the quality they have. We struggled especially after they scored the third one."</p>


Kevin De Bruyne and Riyad Mahrez scored two goals each as Manchester City restored their lead at the top of the Premier League to six points with a convincing 4-1 derby victory over Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.

Kevin De Bruyne and Riyad Mahrez scored two goals each as Manchester City restored their lead at the top of the Premier League to six points with a convincing 4-1 derby victory over Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. United had put up a decent fight in the first half, going in 2-1 down at the break, but City's quality showed after the interval with Ralf Rangnick's side looking increasingly demoralised. City have 69 points from 28 games with Liverpool on 63 from one game less. United slip down to fifth place, a point behind Arsenal who beat Watford on Sunday and have three games in hand. ALSO READ: Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel condemns Roman Abramovich chants during Ukraine solidarity gesture Belgian De Bruyne was outstanding, running the game from central midfield and then presenting himself as a threat in the box. United were without Cristiano Ronaldo and Edinson Cavani through injuries and surprisingly Rangnick opted to play Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes in forward positions. City made the perfect start with De Bruyne putting them ahead in the fifth minute, slotting home a low pulled-back pass from Bernardo Silva after they overloaded the left side. But United drew level through a superb curling shot from Jadon Sancho, who took his time and cut inside after a swift break before beating Ederson with his confident strike. But Belgian De Bruyne restored City's advantage finding the target after Phil Foden had powered into the area and seen his shot parried out by David De Gea. City dominated after the break and made it 3-1 when De Bruyne struck a corner deep to the edge of the box and Mahrez met it with a first-time drive which took a slight deflection off Harry Maguire. Mahrez completed the victory with a goal that was initially flagged as offside but VAR found Alex Telles had played the Algerian onside before he latched on to an Ilkay Gundogan pass and blasted in off the shoulder of De Gea. The scoreline was a fair reflection of City's dominance and manager Pep Guardiola was full of praise for his team. "It was excellent from the first minute. We played really well and had to be patient in the first step," said the Spaniard. "Football is emotions. It's tactics, definitely, but it's also emotions. Without the ball, we are a team with desire and passion to regain the ball from the first minute to the 90th," he added. Rangnick felt his tactics had been the right way to take on City before the gulf in class became evident. ALSO READ: Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick rubbishes speculations over Cristiano Ronaldo's injury "It was working. For us it was clear if we want a chance to win the game we have to do a lot of running. You have to be in attacking and hunting mode and we did that in the first half. The third goal killed us off in the end," he said. "It's difficult, if we attack them very high there is a lot of negative running you need to do. The third goal is a brilliantly taken corner and it is almost impossible to defend that. The second half they were the better team and they showed the quality they have. We struggled especially after they scored the third one."

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