Manchester United drew 1-1 with La Liga outfit Rayo Vallecano on Sunday afternoon, in what was their final pre-season game of the summer before the Premier League campaign kicks off on August 5th.
Ronaldo was subbed off after 45 minutes on Sunday, being replaced by Amad Diallo. The Manchester United striker was then pictured leaving the ground before the full-time whistle had even gone.
Ronaldo has left the ground before full time 😬 #MUFC https://t.co/9jbQQlPo4o
— Stretford Paddock (@StretfordPaddck) July 31, 2022
Many fans were very angry with Ronaldo for doing this and made their feelings known on social media.
However, despite the outrage, Sky Sports then reproted that after pictures of Ronaldo leaving Old Trafford prior to the final whistle emerged on social media, United clarified he was one of a number of players to do so, and it is not an issue for the club.
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Comments on the part of United boss Erik ten Hag which have come to light on Wednesday, though, suggest that it is an issue for him at least.
When asked about Ronaldo leaving Old Trafford early, the former Ajax boss said: “I certainly don’t condone this. This is unacceptable. For everyone. We are a team and you have to stay until the end.”
🗣️ — Erik ten Hag on Ronaldo and others leaving the game before full-time:
“I certainly don’t condone this. This is unacceptable. For everyone. We are a team and you have to stay until the end.” #mufc #mujournal
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