@Oluwa-btc at this stage as a Manchester United fan I’ll be happy to see Ten Hag go but at the same time I’m not sure if Potter can manage a club as big as Manchester United but if you’ll see he definitely has a good track record so maybe Sir Jim is taking a gamble here and I’m praying it just works. Also if he comes I’m keen to see which all player’s he decides to sell because this squad needs a massive clearance sale and if he doesn’t do that the he too will fail at this club.
What are your reasons? I also want to see that happening but, I look back to his first season and checked how well he did, he had his first four games wrong and after that he mad good upgrades. This season, he's had enough injuries and you cannot overlook that aspect. The preseason was enough to tell me that Erik Ten Hag would be facing challenges. Personally, I don't what that Sir Jim Radcliffe, if everything had gone right the Saudi Arabian would have been the right man for handling the club. Manchester United will not see good success even if they bring in Jim Radcliffe and Graham Potter. There's no better candidate out there than Erik Ten Hag. The only worthy candidate to manage Manchester United would be Pep Guardiola. So if Pep Guardiola would want to manage Manchester United, is this how they want to support him? I want the fans and the management supporting Erik Ten Hag. |
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After the first half and Newcastle's dominance, I didn't expect Milan to be able to make a comeback in the second half... But Newcastle were unlucky and the European season is over for them... Maybe they could have been lucky if they had a different group... Hopefully I can see them in the Champions League again next season...
I think they fought very well in the group, The group was the most difficult group in the Champions League. One team was going to be eliminated and that was Newcastle. They can do better next year. Newcastle's European dreams come to an end in the 'group of death'. Their game vs. Milan in the Champions League played a crucial role, proving that experience matters in the end. Nonetheless, it's still a blessing for Newcastle to have the opportunity to play in the Champions League this season. Newcastle lack of depth in their squad was one of the major reason for their exit in UCL apart from inexperience in European competition, I believe playing the same set of players week in week out in EPL as well playing midweek UCL matches with the same squad would have a negative impact on their players one of which is fatigue same problem was experienced by Man Utd who equally crashed out of the UCL, Arsenal and Man City are well strengthened unfortunately Newcastle who also aim to clinch the the top spot 4 in the league would have to forgot UCL to achieve their aim there is no how optimum performance by their players won't be guaranteed and now they can fully concentrate on EPL games to compete for top 4 spot. Lack of depths? I can said that was the reason. They made good additions this season before the start of the season. I would say injuries and failure to take the chances they had. They played well a hundred percent and just won the game against Arsenal narrowly, what happened immediately after that game at home against Borrussia Dortmund? They couldn't get to share points talk of taking three points. They're in same condition as Manchester United. Though, Manchester United poor performance from them domestic league games affected them very well. Ten Hag builds from back amd with most of his best defenders Injured, it was difficult to see that happening. Manchester City I'm damn sure they'll go far, I'm only worried about Arsenal. They should not slack when it comes to signing players next month. I'm not sure they would go far but they won't miss out on winning the Premier League. |
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Manchester United is heavily linked with Harry Potter as Erik Ten Hag's replacement. For me, instead of Harry Potter replacing Erik Ten Hag, Manchester United owners should allow Erik Ten Hag to end the Premier League season with Manchester United to give Manchester United management enough room to get a better coach as Erik Ten Hag's replacement.
Getting linked to Harry Potter as head coach is like going from frying pan to fire. and sometimes i do wonder what the Manchester United management board think or do because it majorly defeats reasoning haha. I don't want the MUFC board to give that coach any more chances, he is simply not good enough to coach the Manchester United football club!!! As for Ten hag; he is lost in the premier league and i hope he has a shameful defeat against Liverppool this weekend to finalize his sack. With Graham Potter  Not Harry Potter! I would come to agreement with what you've said, it's like employing David Moyes to handle Manchester United again. He failed as a manager with Chelsea gave too many excuses and was given much time to turn things around in between. He failed that way and they expect him to do a good job for Manchester United? These management are jokers, nothing good can come out of Manchester United as far the Glazers remains. They should do whatever they want, if you be a Manchester United fan, now's the time to switch up and support another club. You can just take a break and just watch football every week! You're wrong about Erik Ten Hag, take a look at the injury list and you won't be saying this. Godspeed, a draw will save his job. |
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Regarding the game between Real Madrid and Union Berlin, I can say David Alaba was the worst player on the field and he was performing really well in in match because even in the first goal of Union Berlin to Real Madrid, David Alaba was guilty. This David Alaba we see in La Liga playing for Real Madrid i far from his good day and it seems his performance has decreased a lot. However, Ancelotti still trusts this Austrian player.  Recently, David Alaba has been making frequent mistakes and that's not only in the Champions League but in La Liga too. However, it seems that his position will not be replaced considering that Real Madrid no longer has a defender option after Militao has not yet recovered from injury. Ancelotti not only trusted him but also gave him the task of leading the defense and that is why David Alaba became an important figure for Real Madrid's defense. He also often helps in attacks and of course we still remember his cross against Napoli a few weeks ago before finally finishing well with Jude Bellingham's header which resulted in a goal. Of course, as a very experienced player, David Alaba must correct his mistakes and this will also have a full impact on Real Madrid's defensive strength in La Liga and if he can progress well then Real Madrid will not be easily broken down by their opponents. I saw that blunder against Union Berlin that led to that first goal being scored by Union Berlin striker. I didn't see the second half too bit I'm sure they must be staggering to conceded two goals in that game. With Injuries he remains the only better option to use if he wasn't alone, Miltao would have been used most definitely in games like this. Joselu scoring twice got me flying over the moon he should have made it three goals but there was a chance that went by the side of goalin the first half of the game. With January Transfer Window upcoming, I don't know if they'll sign up a new defender as backup. Alaba has gone round two big leagues, I don't expect him to be a hundred percent. |
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Under new manager Walter Mazzarri, Napoli suffered the second consecutive Italian Serie A defeat away at Juventus last weekend and I thought it was gonna affect their performance in their final and most crucial game of the group stage against Portuguese club FC Braga yesterday but contrary to my thoughts, the reigning Italian champions delivered an impressive and outstanding performance to progress the knockout stages of the UEFA Champions League competition as runner's up of the group C. The Italian champions hasn't been consistent in the Italian Serie A since the start of the season and are currently not in the top four of the Italian Serie A standings but the convincing win against Braga last night I think will go a long way in boosting the morale and confidence of the team as they continue to go fight to finish the season in a good position.
Victor Osimhen who was crowned the CAF African Best Player of the year on Monday night once again proved his worth by scoring a goal in the match. Hopefully he's gonna score many more goals for Napoli before the end of the season.
Victor Oshime scoring many goals like he did last season now depends on the general performance of the team and how many chances they try to create for the striker to score. Failure to do that will.lead to difficulty finding the back of the net. He deserves tue be crowned king because he deserves it. The kind of performance he put up last season was phenomenal. That has reduced since the former coach left the club. In front of the home fans they impressed by scoring two goals to make sure they qualify for the knockouts. They'll be hoping for a challenge they can see through. Round of sixteen are tougher than one can imagine, you either go harder, get stronger or go the Fvck home. |
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Here we go, manchester united has been linked to the someone who potentially to be a new coach  Im very glad to see that sir jim ratcliffe has been making a fast movement for manchester united. he thought that if united needs to be refreshed by replacing the current coach which was eredivise centric coach with a better coach. As reported by goal of sir jim has been contacting him and he was willing to recruit him as a new coach for manchester united. Yeah he is GRAHAM POTTER. This is amazing to see that how sir jim was targeting a new coach that has never achieved anything during his career as a professional coach. I don't even agree with this shit. Sir him has a mission to destroy manchester united by changing it with garbage coach like potter. Yet there is still a guarantee if potter can change the club to be even better but it's pretty small though. It's very bad to see that and i consider this as a degrade for manchester united. Graham Potter? Giving jobs to English coaches that haven't managed a top side is stupid idea, and haven't won a trophy before, Graham Potter? What's even wrong with Manchester United? They want quick success but they can't back the manager? Both Liverpool and Manchester City backed them managers when they wanted the changes and upgrades. I'm disappointed with Manchester United I must say. I saw the news and I was wondering this is the same manager that took Chelsea down below? There are rumours already about Erik Ten Hag being the next Borrussia Dortmund manager, I can't say completely. |
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Maybe Barcelona were already comfortable as they guaranteed finishing the group as the leader. However I still wouldn't have expected them to lose to Antwerp in the last game. Antwerp also had no goal to achieve left in the end. Barcelona should have played better and won this game. Xavi also stated how bad they were in this game.
They lost two games in this comfortable group so I'm curious about their performance in later rounds. If they don't get lucky with the draw I think they would be likely to get eliminated early. But at least there is some progress as they couldn't even get past the group stage in the recent seasons.
That's the only advantage they had last otherwise they'd have been knocked out of the competition ( Champions League ) already. They are going from bad to worst. After losing to Girona over the weekend I was thinking they want to change the cause of them performance and step up but they couldn't. In fact sime fans are already calling out for the sack of Xavi Hernandez that under his watch the club are going from bad to worst. They have all the time to buckle up if you have to ask me, they'll do better in the league and it'll reflect on how they play during the round of sixteen next year. They have all of the remaining days in December. |
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UEFA Champion League matches group round have been over and have 8 eliminated teams from group stage who finished on third standings position will participants in Europe League trough playoff round against Europe League teams finish as runner up place. Seems have to add other favorite teams list become the Europe League winner after having teams eliminated from Champion League, I think AC Milan, Galatasaray and Benfica are teams have good experienced in Champion League will make difficult for Liverpool and Bayern Leverkusen are teams favorite before. Champion League teams will play on Europe League- Galatasaray
- Lens
- Braga
- Benfica
- Feyenoord
- Milan
- Young Boy
- Shakhtar Donetsk
Will have one of 8 Champion League teams will success in Europe League and manage until final stage? Since the specialist of this competition are absent, then I'll ne shifting my focus to Ac Milan who have to be the highest here when it comes to European Competitions. They didn't have a good champions league group stage and how they be moving this season. I would want to say Galatasaray bit they're not doing a lot to win this Competition.. So far Bayern Leverkusen and Liverpool are taking the lead forneho to win the competition. Bayern Leverkusen should know the pressure that would be coming bfrom Bayern Munich. I would love them to buckle up and get something added to them cabinets. |
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I am not expecting any special on return of KDB expect that Haaland will begin to score very well as like before.
Haaland is still sharp in front of goals so I wouldn't speculate any poor performance from him when KDB returns. I would expect more scoring opportunities at least. [...]
Kevin would not be back anytime soon, he would be back early next season and how sharp would he be to help push Manchester City back to the first team in the Premier League Competition.?
Next season? I don't know about that. The last time I read about his injury update is that he hasn't joined practice sessions yet but he already started running so I was expecting maybe one or two more months before he returns. That was a mistake my man, He should be back at the start of the new year ( 2024 ) Pep Guardiola said he'll be back during the Fifa world club cup. I'm not certain when that would be though. They just have to make sure they round up the year 2023 with a high and huge points accumulation. They'll be up against Crystal Palace in the coming days, Everton should be the next and Sheffield United. They won't struggle against Palace and Sheffield United but away against Everton? There would be some level of challenges there for them with Sean Dyche and his armies trying to march out of the relegation zones. Since 2018, Liverpool have won four of rhe last give meetings they've had against Manchester United especially at home, this weekend and Sunday won't be a miss, they'll definitely deal with Manchester United. I be wondering if Erik Ten Hag can solve this game to save his job. |
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Considering the possible departure of Osimhen from Napoli,
They are now talking about a possible renewal of his contract. His number this season are just terrible btw. Personally he remains a top lad and has done well for the club from last season to this one. There are games you watch and you see how most of his mates are selfish to pass him to ball to score. I agree with your opinions but it all results from the problems within the club, the entire squad have seen a recent drop in form. They be wanting to extend his contract for a year further, I feel like that's a strategy to increase his value, since he's been rumoured to leave the club. I see they want to make good fortune from his sale because his current worth is worrying as his performance dropped in Seria A. |
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The advantage for Girona is that they don't have any European competition to play so they get to rest more than Real Madrid, Atletico, and Barcelona. Although these teams are used to playing three competitions a season, and they have more experience than Girona, they have done fee so far. Yep, we could say that this is an advantage for Girona to rest and prepare for their best performance again next time. Of course, their focus is only on La Liga. Moreover, they are currently at the top of the La Liga standings, which is actually very surprising and astonishing. Therefore, Girona's motivation and mental condition are certainly very good and on fire. Even though we don't know how far they will continue to be in first place in the standings, it cannot be denied that we should really appreciate their success so far. In the next match, Girona will play against Alaves, and I think Girona should be able to win and get the full 3 points. Hopefully they don't waste the opportunity to always add more points. Meanwhile in the future. Both Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid and Barcelona will have a divided focus, especially as their competition in the last 16 of the Champions League will certainly put greater pressure on them. So, this is Girona's opportunity to continue to stay in first place by consistently winning every match. I always want to relate them with how Leicester City did and won the Premier League years back. The was also not participating in any of the European Competitions and they gave all of them energies towards winning the Premier League tittle. This is something Girona is doing well, they're so consistent and you can't underestimate them. They may not be at the top forever but I would love that and I want someone else entirely to win the trophy. Against Alaves during the weekend would be a straight win. Have you checked how they've played against La Liga side's below the position Ten? If you know, you'll see this game as easy. Girona should come out victorious episode of this game. I'm sure the games left in this 2023 are games they can definitely win. |
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Dortmund 1:1PSG
Newcastle 1:1Milan
A very interesting game going on in the group F in the champions League, from the current result now, Newcastle United's hope lies in their own hands so they have the right to decide if they are going to progress to next round or not. Going to the next round they will need to win right now against AC Milan then pray for the match between Dortmund and PSG ends in the current score of 1:1. Let's get your opinion can Newcastle make it to the knockout stage?
Screw Newcastle United, they are going nowhere, they had them chances and couldn't make good use of the opportunities they had. After the draw and win to Parisians, thy should have done same against Borrussia Dortmund. They would want to blame their lose on injuries but I don't think that's good excuse. They was in a good form proir to the game against Borrussia Dortmund at home but the germans found ways to escape from that game with three good points. They lost back to back games against Dortmund and that was their hope of going on top of PSG and AC Milan. They got fvcked hard with injuries no doubt but that's too much the manager still had players who can execute his plans. They'll be back home competing for the domestic league games just like Manchester United. Looking at the previous meetings between Borrussia Dortmund and PSG, you'll see that they find it difficult to triumph at away games when facing Dortmund. Luis Enrique should buckle up, the going gets tougher from here.. |
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Even though there is a greater possibility for Napoli to win the match at home when facing Cagliari, I think Napoli should not underestimate a team like Cagliari because this season Cagliari also often surprises in matches with other big teams. So Napoli also have to be more serious in facing Cagliari because every victory must always be achieved with struggle. Because victory will not come by itself if the team does not try more seriously even though the team they are facing is a small team.
In theory, Napoli must win against Cagliari. Napoli has a better squad and they also will play the match at home. We know that Cagliari is in the 16th place, it is not very far from the relegation zone. From this position, we also know that Cagliari is not in their good performance this season. So, playing against weaker team like Cagliari which isn't in their good performance, Napoli must get full points. However, I agree that we don't underestimate any team in Serie A because the small team can be an obstacle if they can play as a solid team during the match. But I believe that Napoli will beat Cagliari with big scores in the upcoming match.  Have you seen that they've lost the last two game's they've played in the Seria A? This could be another if they don't try to make sure that they win the game. They have a better squad who haven't been consistent with how they play. It was a good thing to see them qualifying for the knockouts but finishing second means they'll meet up stronger and difficult challenges during the round of sixteen. Napil anyways would not want to lose this game for it would be shameful to see them lose Empoli, Inter Milan and now a Cagliari side who got to win sts the last minutes of the game they played. And why do I feel like Juventus will drop points against Genoa tommorow?? |
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Doubtful? I think Real Madrid is playing a good season with small hiccups, but they only lost one game in La Liga it also won the game against Girona 3-0. Atletico Madrid is playing good and if they win their game that they are behind, it is 4 points between them and Girona and not to forget that they play against each other in about 3 weeks. By then everything can be turned around. Barcelona is not doing well and the whole team is underperforming.
From what has been seen during the course of this season, Real Madrid cannot be simply doubted because Real Madrid still has the potential and how to play very well this season even with only the current players and I think there will still be more optimal changes when Real Madrid is taking advantage of the transfer window in January. So it is impossible to doubt that Real Madrid can still overtake Girona at the top of the standings because Madrid is only two points behind Girona. The next round in the Champions League will be a revelation whether Barcelona is competitive enough to stay in that competition, but I doubt it.
As for Barcelona, I also doubt Barcelona if Barcelona's performance is still like it is now, especially after Barcelona was defeated by Girona at home with quite a big score. I am even more confident with Real Madrid in this season's UCL competition although everyone needs to see how each team performs in the round of 16. As always there won't be much Real Madrid can do in the transfer window in January to improve their team. The big teams often use it when important players got an injury and are out for a longer period of time, but it is not the time for changes in important positions as the players clubs want are out of shape and don't play for their current team or they are not available at all. It doesn't happen often that a player is bought in winter who then becomes one of the core players in the team when everyone else is healthy and fit. There wouldn't be too much additional players into the squad of Real Madrid. They're already good enough so far so good. The recent happenings ND injuries should have affected the club and the rest of the players but the keep on playing like they don't have most important and injured players out. Still not certain who will end up winning the Spanish League. The transfer window fast here Barcelona should make sure the potholes in the club are well fixed. So far, they're far behind and they keep on killing my predictions for them winning the league once again this season. |
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Reece James the effective and important player of Cheslea posted bout his situation in his team. In the game between Everton and Chelsea in which Chelsea lost the game with a 2-0 result, Reece James got injured hard and he left the field. It seems the James's problem is a hamstring injury and he can't play for his team for a long time there is the possibility for James to have surgery and if he does that he should reset for a longer time.  I don't think, James injury is the caused of the defeat Everton defeated Chelsea 2-0 last match because if you look at their position currently in the premier league table you will know that they are not good in this season and it will take them some seasons before their new manager can improve the team to be like Manchester city. James is an old player in Chelsea and he knows how to handle the midfield very well for their strikers to have effective performance in the front to achieve a good results at the end of the match. I believe Chelsea manager will do everything possible within his capacity to ensure James recover on time, because the players on bench cannot handle the midfield very well like the way James is handling the Chelsea midfield. How is Recee James a midfielder? And for your information, Pochetino Mauricio is not part of the medical team and even if he was amongst em he has no rope to play with the speedy recovery of James. If I'm correct, there was no direct contact or collision from another player and him. James is not more of a great captain, not even Cowill. They should dropped them and give that dueting to Mauricio Pochetino. Manchester City and Pep Guardiola may have qualified honestly but making assessment for how they've played they be poor ASF. I don't know whats cooking. |
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Manchester United didn’t play like a team who wanted to be in the champions league last night. It’s surprising to see a big side like Manchester United playing like an underdog team. It’s true that they never stood a chance against Bayern Munich but I expected a tough game. Manchester United lack team spirit, I don’t see any motivation in the players to play. Could it be there is trouble in the dressing room? Ten Hag doesn’t seem to have a good relationship with the players.
Since the retirement of Sir Alex Ferguson, this ain't the first time they ( Manchester United ) have been dumped out of the group stage. If you look back to the times of Louis Van Gaal with Manchester United. I think they got nuked out of the competition from the Champions League and then to the Europa League Competition. Last season, some seasons ago with the arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo, they was able to survive the group stage with the brilliance of Ronaldo. I wasn't expecting too much from them last night because they was a different this season right from the Preseason. Th y don't deserve to progress, the best clubs and sides already moved. |
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Getting Victor Oshime this January Transfer Window would be damn difficult, though that's a deal I would want to see getting finalized.
Nicholas Jackson should be amongst the players that shouldn't be with Chelsea no more next season, he should either be loaned out or he wouldn't be getting more game time like he's already had this season. Lad killed Chelsea's attack during the game against Manchester United and again against Everton.
Chelsea have enough money to buy new players including Osimhen but the real problem is the Napoli president who already refused to sell the player last summer transfer window in a price under €200k if I am not mistaken.. Osimhen actual value is €120k and I believe it is exaggerated. His real value shouldn't pass €75k this season since he isn't playing as he used to be nor Napoli performing good as they used to do. Since there is some tension between him and Napoli's staff previously then it might be an opportunity for Napoli to generate enough money to buy 3 or even 4 players to consolidate the team and improve their ranking in the Serie A but also in European competitions.. The president would not be a big deal if truly Victor Oshime wants the move out of the club, one thing I've learned is that it's very difficult to compel a player who has decided in his heart to make his moves amd make further challenges ahead. I was about saying smile not until I read the stuff completely. You're right, the value is too much they won't want to spend so much but Victor Oshime would be worth a hundred thousand naira. The entire performance of the squad have affected important greatly. They'll never know the magnitude of what they did there to him with that mockery on them tick tock handle. |
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Lyon did a really good work by beating Toulouse on the previous week. I wasn't expecting them to be that much dominant honestly. Lacazette even made a hat-trick and put a great end to his goalless streak. Because he has also been playing really poorly just as the rest of the squad for a long while. But will this 3-0 win be some help for Lyon to continue winning?
I really don't know about that. Their job is going to be much more difficult next time as there is an away game against Monaco. I feel like this will also end up with another loss for Lyon. Monaco are having a really decent season and I don't think they would lose points to a problematic Lyon home.
They didn't play so we'll despite the win. Three goals that has nothing to do with creativity. Toulouse should lose tommorow after this horrible game they played. They did not keep too much of the ball but they was better and had confidence to attack Toulouse. Those three goals moved his goals to six and he goes above former teammate from Arsenal ( Per Emerick Aubameyang ) who also has five goals in league 1. They still maintaining same position? I just noticed the position they occupy. The first half of the season has not gone well for them. I hope to see changes, they be too good to be down there. Aubameyang was my man of the week. He had a joint five goals and assist contribution for his club.. impressive. |
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Liverpool and leverkusen are the strongest candidates. It has proven from their consistency in the domestic league. There's no doubt to pick leverkusen or liverpool to win the game. There will be some names to come soon.
I may also change my mind after i will be seeing the result from the knock out stage. The winner is still quite hard to predict right now.
At least we will not see Sevilla in this season, so the possibility to see a back to back champion is impossible. A new name might happen, I'm rooting for Leverkusen to become a champion since Liverpool already three trophies even though it was happen a long time ago. With Sevilla bot in the Europa League, we can now push focus to another big side maybe Liverpool, Bayern Leverkusen and Marseille who are all doing very well. I would rather see Bayern Leverkusen making sacrifices for the Bundesliga than the Europa League Competition. Bayern Leverkusen shouldn't slack with the chase of the Bundesliga League Competition they have all the chances to win, I wouldn't want to see them bottling the cup at the eleventh hour. I'd be supporting Galatasaray, they play good football amd have better quality players than Copenhagen, I think they just didn't make good use of them chances. Sevilla are specialist of this competition, if they get qualified, I'm sure they'll win the competition or get to reach the finals. |
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That's garbage coach. MU is having the worst coach on its history.
Ronaldo was correct Manchester United with Ronaldo don't have to looking for a new striker, while right now every strikers in Manchester United are complete garbage, McTominay which is a defensive midfielder can score more goals than the striker, what a shame. Manchester United with Ten Hag, he keep breaking a record by signing Onana and having the worst result in Champions League. Cristiano Ronaldo calling out the club was right only that he was under under contract with em which lead to mutual agreement over the contract termination. Erik Ten Hag was also disrespectful to Cristiano Ronaldo, that I agree. What I don't agree is the fact that too many fans calls Erik Ten Hag a bad manager. If they could do better, then they should take them certificate's and apply for the job and do a better job than the dutch man. Scott is being given and backed to attack more than Bruno Fernandez, it's the reason why you see, the performance of Bruno Fernandez declining. People who knows ball can not say that Onana is a bad goalkeeper. |
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