Cristiano Ronaldo’s ire at being left on the bench for the Manchester derby against Man. City has been revealed by Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag. He disclosed that Ronaldo was upset, but still content at the club. Despite missing out on the 6-3 loss at the Etihad on Sunday, Ronaldo is expected to feature in the Europa League group tie against Omonia Nicosia in Cyprus.
Ten Hag mentioned that while Ronaldo was displeased at not playing in the derby, his overall mood at the club remains positive. He emphasized that Ronaldo is training well, demonstrating a good spirit, and giving his best, which aligns with the club’s expectations.
The manager also explained his decision to leave Ronaldo on the bench, stating that it was out of respect for the player’s esteemed career. He emphasized that bringing on Anthony Martial instead was due to personal differences and character dynamics among the players. Ten Hag made it clear that while there are specific approaches for each player, there are also general standards and values that apply to everyone.
