Cristiano Ronaldo will contest his FA charge for slapping a mobile phone out of the hand of a teenage fan, says Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag.
Ronaldo was charged last month with a breach of FA Rule E3 relating to improper and/or violent conduct following the incident after United's defeat at Goodison Park in April.
United issued a statement at the time saying the club would support Ronaldo in his response, and Ten Hag confirmed on Wednesday: 'We spoke about that. He will not accept it.'
A FA disciplinary panel would have convened regardless of Ronaldo's response because it has been deemed a non-standard case.
It will now have to determine if the 37-year-old is guilty of the charge and, if so, decide on a punishment. That could be a ban, fine or warning.
Ronaldo's decision to fight the charge comes despite publicly apologising for his part in the incident when 14-year-old supporter Jake Harding tried to film the player on his phone as he limped off the pitch at Goodison Park.
The Portugal star angrily slapped the phone out of the boy's grasp, leaving him with a bruised hand, according to his mother Sarah Kelly.
Ronaldo apologised on social media and invited the boy to watch a game at Old Trafford as his guest. He wrote: 'It's never easy to deal with emotions in difficult moments such as the one we are facing.
'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.'
However, the boy rejected Ronaldo's invitation and his mother also criticised United's response to the incident.
Ronaldo was also cautioned by Merseyside Police over the incident after he was interviewed over allegations of assault and criminal damage.
eggosa91
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I DON'T MEAN TO DISRESPECT ANYONE BUT I THINK THAT WOMAN IS A KAREN reject an invitation , replace the phone , what else does she want 🤔 ??
Botacmprsu
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I think Ronaldo being punished is absolutely correct. I mean you all Ronaldo fangirls crying that "It's just a phone. Why make a big deal?" Then let me tell you that what if that phone contained some important data or documents or memories/photos which was not saved in clouds and now could not be recovered because the phone is damaged. Just by giving a new phone will not bring all that stuff back. Ronaldo fangirls never understand that. They only see one side, they never see the situation from all sides.
_Brarm
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People act like others don’t have emotions. They think they’re machines and not allowed to show their frustration. However for the people who says what if the phone is containing personal data! The only damage phone had was the touchscreen. That can be replaced easily without losing any data. Its wasn’t a good reaction from Ronaldo but if someone is filming me and mocking me when i’m frustrated, i’ll definitely destroy his/her phone. Not only me but also many of you would do the same. We all has the right to privacy and we can stop anyone at anytime if he/she is filming you. You has the right to object. Ronaldo apologized, the phone was replaced, sent an invitation but yet it wasn’t enough because of one reason. “Money” they know he’s rich and they won’t let go this opportunity to get free money. The kid is 14 he’s not a baby, at 14 you don’t wanna be cry baby. Its not something that would depress him. He can easily get off it or he can choose to be a cry baby who’s seeking sympathy & attention. He knows how to mock others but he can’t take it. LOL….its a lesson for him, don’t mock others if you can’t take it on yourself.
Voobdiosy
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Did the person have permission to film Ronaldo without permission?We must know when and how to use our phones.
JoyNg
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Because the GOAT is getting back his form.. they now want to dig another distraction😏😏 No one is perfect.. people should learn to live and let go...
Kukbknpt
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The kid will grow up and blame his mom for not letting him go meet Ronaldo at old Trafford
N0_N0NsENSE
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Why do such things in the first place? 🤔🤔
zerbigboy
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forget about Ronaldo let talk about this hero.
Denniskonye1
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Give your charge and get over with it, I’m a father I know how hurtful it is for another person to hurt your child, nevertheless if as a parent you bring up your child well to know that there’s a time for everything that wouldn’t have happened, imagine taking photos of someone who is going through a rough patch and making fun of the person and you as a mother is present and supporting the child, thats madness. Let FA do their job and let Ronaldo move past this, I still maintain the woman and her son are wrong also
jeplmorstu
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Mother and son means business! wants money poor thiefs
Moddeilmnr
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she wants money things bad🤣🤣
Detacemuy
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maybe the kid's mom wants to be famous and grab some cash
Wisdom-Akortia
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I can see the boy’s mother eagerly trying to be a millionaire through Ronaldo
Nino_Luxury
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Are they supporting the fans to be harassing/invading the players, or FA just feel like doing something because it's Ronaldo? Or maybe they just want money.
WilliamNyendwa
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I DON'T MEAN TO DISRESPECT ANYONE BUT I THINK THAT WOMAN IS A KAREN reject an invitation , replace the phone , what else does she want 🤔 ??
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She wants attention, she wants to be famous over this issue 😂
lukaiknrt
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I DON'T MEAN TO DISRESPECT ANYONE BUT I THINK THAT WOMAN IS A KAREN reject an invitation , replace the phone , what else does she want 🤔 ??
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Stupid jobless woman why make a big deal out of nothing he said sorry and that's it if she needs a new phone the will buy and even the old one they should stay with what with criticism all over about trivial issues
Bari-Bor
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I think Ronaldo being punished is absolutely correct. I mean you all Ronaldo fangirls crying that "It's just a phone. Why make a big deal?" Then let me tell you that what if that phone contained some important data or documents or memories/photos which was not saved in clouds and now could not be recovered because the phone is damaged. Just by giving a new phone will not bring all that stuff back. Ronaldo fangirls never understand that. They only see one side, they never see the situation from all sides.
moder fok...you can copy them fool
chris tola
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Stupid jobless woman why make a big deal out of nothing he said sorry and that's it if she needs a new phone the will buy and even the old one they should stay with what with criticism all over about trivial issues
we pay dearly when we are seen doing things that's unprofessional. check it out bro.
Jtfrank09
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I think Ronaldo being punished is absolutely correct. I mean you all Ronaldo fangirls crying that "It's just a phone. Why make a big deal?" Then let me tell you that what if that phone contained some important data or documents or memories/photos which was not saved in clouds and now could not be recovered because the phone is damaged. Just by giving a new phone will not bring all that stuff back. Ronaldo fangirls never understand that. They only see one side, they never see the situation from all sides.
We human beings are arrogant... Can you tell me you never got angry at a kid in your entire life... someone says he’s not a God... That’s a good point... someone that isn’t a God and you expect him not to make mistakes... assuming he didn’t not agreed that what he did was wrong... then that’s another case... But he did agree and apologized... what about those that ignored and reject his apology... fine what he did was wrong... but if it wasn’t because they the mother and son are really angry they would have accepted the fact that he made mistake and forgive him... I’m not saying CR7 shouldn’t be punished... but the wronged party also act based on emotion (anger) the same way Ronaldo does... That makes us human being... And we shouldn’t act only based on emotions we should try reconsidering other ways to quench the fire not putting more fuel to the fire ... I come in peace ✌️
Limatenzuk
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I think Ronaldo being punished is absolutely correct. I mean you all Ronaldo fangirls crying that "It's just a phone. Why make a big deal?" Then let me tell you that what if that phone contained some important data or documents or memories/photos which was not saved in clouds and now could not be recovered because the phone is damaged. Just by giving a new phone will not bring all that stuff back. Ronaldo fangirls never understand that. They only see one side, they never see the situation from all sides.
I am 100% sure, the phone is still working
DrizzyJhay
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I think Ronaldo being punished is absolutely correct. I mean you all Ronaldo fangirls crying that "It's just a phone. Why make a big deal?" Then let me tell you that what if that phone contained some important data or documents or memories/photos which was not saved in clouds and now could not be recovered because the phone is damaged. Just by giving a new phone will not bring all that stuff back. Ronaldo fangirls never understand that. They only see one side, they never see the situation from all sides.
Okay so by charging him and everything would they get the photos back? What you saying?
Zuheopstuy
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I think Ronaldo being punished is absolutely correct. I mean you all Ronaldo fangirls crying that "It's just a phone. Why make a big deal?" Then let me tell you that what if that phone contained some important data or documents or memories/photos which was not saved in clouds and now could not be recovered because the phone is damaged. Just by giving a new phone will not bring all that stuff back. Ronaldo fangirls never understand that. They only see one side, they never see the situation from all sides.
The same way you guys would have crucified him if he didn't apologize I know you're a Barca fan. Hatred has evacuated their brains.