Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand believes Ralf Rangnick was justified in substituting Cristiano Ronaldo against Brentford.
Ronaldo's reaction at being substituted in the second half drew plenty of attention during the Red Devils' 3-1 victory last night (19 January). Interim boss Rangnick took off the Portuguese forward in the 71st minute and replaced him with Harry Maguire with his side 2-0 up at the time.
Ronaldo looked upset at being brought off. It was revealed later on that Rangnick went to his forward and explained the reason for taking him off.
While reviewing the situation on BT Sport after the game, Ferdinand said (as quoted by the Daily Post):
“He’s (Cristiano Ronaldo) looking to score goals. 2-0 up and he’s thinking I’ve got a chance to get up the goalscoring charts.”
The former Manchester United centre-back lauded Rangnick for the decision, stating:
“You can see the disappointment but I thought that the manager handled it well. He spoke to him on the side and talked about the bigger picture. You’ve got a game in three days and so you can get your goals there.”
It is worth noting that the Red Devils were 2-0 up midway through the second half against Aston Villa last weekend. They then let the lead slip and ended up taking only a point from the game. Consequently, Rangnick's ploy to bring on Maguire is likely to have been in a bid to avoid a similar situation.
Cristiano Ronaldo's return from injury a welcome sign for Manchester United
Cristiano Ronaldo was restored to Manchester United's starting line-up for the game against Brentford last night. Ronaldo missed the Red Devils' previous two games, both of which were against Aston Villa in the FA Cup and Premier League, due to a hip flexor injury.
While he couldn't mark his return with a goal, the 36-year-old's record of 14 goals in 22 matches across all competitions suggests he isn't too far away from one. Ronaldo's return will also be welcome news for Rangnick as his side prepare to battle it out for a top-four finish.
Manchester United are currently seventh in the Premier League but are only two points adrift of West Ham United in the final UEFA Champions League spot. They host the Hammers in a high-voltage league fixture this weekend and a win could take them into the top four.
However, Cristiano Ronaldo and Co. will know that the likes of Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are also hot on their heels.
Zuoekopst
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The truth about all this is that Rangnick you do what u like as a coach but is wrong changing Elanga is weak , then Ronaldo did it wrong by that acting i know he is looking for a goal but u miss some opportunity, the young players are watching , then rang u did well to go and meet him because notjing like peace.
Pranay41910
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CR don't forget, Ralf is your boss and Maguire is your captain. respect them, respect decesion who ever you are.
Khojo_Hazard
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very big selfish prayer,, Ronaldo have a every bad attitude, he must learn to respect. others want to play. very bad behavior of him.
Okay
Jababdeosy
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I expect Ronaldo "make headlines" by scoring goal, assist, good vibe, help team mates.... and not headlines of these nonsense childlike behaviour pls.
Vowcilt
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too much explanations ...if he need to be bench just bench him the coach knows what is doing
kg-4991
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How many times we have seen Sir Alex consoling Rooney after being substituted. I never saw any media then. When it's CR7, everyone comes b@rking
EmileFresh
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very big selfish prayer,, Ronaldo have a every bad attitude, he must learn to respect. others want to play. very bad behavior of him.
Cry more😂😂😂
Aquesi
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When you are expecting your goat 🐐 to score hatrick tap in, but instead those young players you said not good enough scored while your goat 🐐 can't fight his feet and at 73 minutes your goat 🐐 got kicked out of the pitch and got replaced with Maguire that you hated so much. What will pain you most? 1. Is it the fact that your goat 🐐 didn't get a tap in? 2. Is it the fact that your goat 🐐 was subded off 3.Is it the fact that Maguire that you hated so much replaced your goat 🐐? 4. Is it the fact messi fans will say where was your goat 🐐?
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Ronaldo scores u talk trash that he can only score He involves in plays u talk trash that he couldn’t score Can u play better football
cizabkmrsz
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very big selfish prayer,, Ronaldo have a every bad attitude, he must learn to respect. others want to play. very bad behavior of him.
No player in this world wants to be substitled, so it's normal of them all to get angry when substitled, even including your messi. So just shut your mouth off
Yobacdnpz
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It will soon get to a stage when managers will have to write an application to CR7, wait for approval before substituting him.
am telling you
luoknopt
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very big selfish prayer,, Ronaldo have a every bad attitude, he must learn to respect. others want to play. very bad behavior of him.
Docaimnsy
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Arsenal and Tottenham are not on ManU's heels. On the contrary it is Manu who are on their heels
Podabilry
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When you are expecting your goat 🐐 to score hatrick tap in, but instead those young players you said not good enough scored while your goat 🐐 can't fight his feet and at 73 minutes your goat 🐐 got kicked out of the pitch and got replaced with Maguire that you hated so much. What will pain you most? 1. Is it the fact that your goat 🐐 didn't get a tap in? 2. Is it the fact that your goat 🐐 was subded off 3.Is it the fact that Maguire that you hated so much replaced your goat 🐐? 4. Is it the fact messi fans will say where was your goat 🐐?
fourthorty430
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The oracle have spoken well... more wins
123mk
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Ronaldo can do whatever he wants 🐐
obataobie
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It will soon get to a stage when managers will have to write an application to CR7, wait for approval before substituting him.
KencollinsNjagi
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For once someone has brain.
MichaelMathias
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GOAT