UEFA Europa League 2022/23 Season

[sana54210]

I don't understand why Manchester united are struggling so much. They have a really good squad and talented players. They have a manager who has done really good things at Ajax. I don't know what more needs to happen, Ronaldo is not even played properly. They exclude him when they could benefit from his experience and expertise. How can they be favorites when they can hardly beat a team like Omonia?

We are really disappointed with Manchester United's form. Agree with you, they have quality players in their team. I think Manchester United's players are humanly damaged. Each player needs to fulfill their own responsibilities. Also the coach can try some new techniques. Hopefully they will come back in a new way.

I disagree, they may not be able to change it overnight, but after last year’s terrible season, they did not change enough of the players if you ask me. They got Antony and Casemiro, and they are both great additions to the club, and Lisandro Martinez is a great player as well but that’s about it.

I do not think that Eriksen is as good as United level, he could be at a more midtable team or a lower level team but he is not starting 11 at United level for me. They needed better defence, and got only one good defender, that alone shows that their roster wasn't ready for it. They at least recovered a bit and doing fine so far, but they really need a better team for sure.

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[Furious 7]

We are really disappointed with Manchester United's form. Agree with you, they have quality players in their team. I think Manchester United's players are humanly damaged. Each player needs to fulfill their own responsibilities. Also the coach can try some new techniques. Hopefully they will come back in a new way.

I disagree, they may not be able to change it overnight, but after last year’s terrible season, they did not change enough of the players if you ask me. They got Antony and Casemiro, and they are both great additions to the club, and Lisandro Martinez is a great player as well but that’s about it.

I do not think that Eriksen is as good as United level, he could be at a more midtable team or a lower level team but he is not starting 11 at United level for me. They needed better defence, and got only one good defender, that alone shows that their roster wasn't ready for it. They at least recovered a bit and doing fine so far, but they really need a better team for sure.

It's true that regardless of anything like this, it still needs some adjustments, especially there are still some new players who still need more adaptation, especially perhaps for Casemiro who currently has a slightly different position when compared to when he was at Madrid and in fact compared to last season when MU can actually be said to be successful so far although there are still things that need to be improved.
I personally don't feel this is bad, now it's just a matter of seeing if Ten Hag will be better in the future or still the same but with him at the moment I still feel he will get even better.

[Oneandpure]

Ludogorets have 4 points, and the victory over Roma is already in their asset - this is a big advantage in such a short group stage. Therefore, although now Roma still have chances that depend only on themselves, each game becomes decisive.
By the way, it will be funny if Roma is knocked out in the Conference League and win it again  

Group C on UEFA Europe League seem have just get one slot available only pass to next round as play off way after Real Betis won from AS Roma last match, now position standing awhile

• Real Betis 9
• Ludogorets 4
• AS Roma 3
• HJK 1

Seems left 3 match later become final match for all team except with Real Betis because have 9 points and have bigger chance can lead first standing position in this group, another team have the same chance although with HJK because 1 point get now still not close chance qualify to next round depending left 3 match later success won.

[CLS63]

Actually it wasn't like Roma weren't caring about the Europa League in this match. They found many goal chances against Betis and they were the side to get ahead first as well. But somehow they couldn't do against Betis' making a big comeback and win by 2-1. This happened in even a home match for Roma which was more interesting.

Maybe Roma are one point behind Ludogorets in their group but I still don't believe they can end the stage behind them. Ludogorets beat Roma before but Roma would have their revenge later. Roma would easily defeat HJK as well so they should still be able to move on in the Europa League. After winning the Conference League title their new target must be winning this one. 

[CageMabok]

We are really disappointed with Manchester United's form. Agree with you, they have quality players in their team. I think Manchester United's players are humanly damaged. Each player needs to fulfill their own responsibilities. Also the coach can try some new techniques. Hopefully they will come back in a new way.

There is no need to be disappointed with Manchester United's performance at this time, because it is part of the coach's tactics as well and the stamina that Manchester United must have at this time is very much. Because Manchester United are not only competing in the Europa League, but also in the Premier League, and their players must also keep themselves fit before playing in the 2022 World Cup.

[Jatiluhung]

We always expect good performances from players like Ronaldo. But the performance of a legendary player like him has been very poor this season. Ten Hag is not using Ronaldo correctly. Ronaldo is not in Ten Hag's match plan. Ronaldo is unable to adapt himself to the team. And I don't think he's getting any help from coach Ten Hag. And so we see Ronaldo's poor performance in every match.

Cristiano Ronaldo sits on the bench too much. So that his ability becomes dull and less honed. but if Cristiano Ronaldo was given more chances then I think he could be even better. the same as in yesterday's match, Cristiano Ronaldo looked less confident throughout the match. his face was full of stress. but after he managed to pass the ball to Martial and managed to score. only then can I see Cristiano Ronaldo become more active in his movements. but unfortunately time remaining in the match is only a little. I hope Ten Hag should be able to give equal opportunities to all players, including Cristiano Ronaldo.

[Luzin]

Cristiano Ronaldo sits on the bench too much. So that his ability becomes dull and less honed. but if Cristiano Ronaldo was given more chances then I think he could be even better. the same as in yesterday's match, Cristiano Ronaldo looked less confident throughout the match. his face was full of stress. but after he managed to pass the ball to Martial and managed to score. only then can I see Cristiano Ronaldo become more active in his movements. but unfortunately time remaining in the match is only a little. I hope Ten Hag should be able to give equal opportunities to all players, including Cristiano Ronaldo.

Maybe it can be like that. But what is certain is that his age has made him experience a decline in performance, physique and stamina are obviously very noticeable to be reduced. He is often frustrated and disappointed because he cannot take advantage of the opportunities he has obtained. But I like him so much, he still tries to perform to the maximum with his strength.
Ten Hag should be able to take advantage of his remaining strength. Not much running but effective in scoring goals. The style of play that was compiled should support Ronaldo to still be able to play well.

[Sebas.tian]

I don't understand why Manchester united are struggling so much. They have a really good squad and talented players. They have a manager who has done really good things at Ajax. I don't know what more needs to happen, Ronaldo is not even played properly. They exclude him when they could benefit from his experience and expertise. How can they be favorites when they can hardly beat a team like Omonia?

I think, the fault of poor performance is coming from the coach because their coach is benching some players that are good in the first half and used players that are good in the second half to play first half, which is the major challenge Manchester united are facing this season. If Manchester united coach can allow Ronaldo and other potential players that are good in the first half to play the first half, I think Manchester united will be favour in their remaining matches. Cristiano Ronaldo is willing to perform well in Manchester united but their coach is not giving him the opportunity to perform like the way he used to give other players.

[Docnaster]

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Some seasons, Ronaldo used to have a slow start. I remember even the media will be trolling him and he will be pained. But at a time he will turn around his performance and start scoring goals.
Why he hasn't picked till now is because he has not gotten enough playing time. If Erik gives him some more playing time, he will find his form and happiness again.

We always expect good performances from players like Ronaldo. But the performance of a legendary player like him has been very poor this season. Ten Hag is not using Ronaldo correctly. Ronaldo is not in Ten Hag's match plan. Ronaldo is unable to adapt himself to the team. And I don't think he's getting any help from coach Ten Hag. And so we see Ronaldo's poor performance in every match.

It is true that Ronaldo is not in the plan of Manchester United coach. The coach is playing normal football where the number nine player will be the one that will counter-attack and press the football, this is what Ronaldo will not do well due to his age, he cannot do that kind of work that is expected of him by Eric . That is why he normally comes from bench. If Eric is to incorporate Ronaldo into the Manchester United team he should reverse to 4-3-3 formation, with 4-3-3 formation, Ronaldo can find his place in the squad either from the left-wing or at the centre of the three

[CryptoBuds]

I don't understand why Manchester united are struggling so much. They have a really good squad and talented players. They have a manager who has done really good things at Ajax. I don't know what more needs to happen, Ronaldo is not even played properly. They exclude him when they could benefit from his experience and expertise. How can they be favorites when they can hardly beat a team like Omonia?

I think, the fault of poor performance is coming from the coach because their coach is benching some players that are good in the first half and used players that are good in the second half to play first half, which is the major challenge Manchester united are facing this season. If Manchester united coach can allow Ronaldo and other potential players that are good in the first half to play the first half, I think Manchester united will be favour in their remaining matches. Cristiano Ronaldo is willing to perform well in Manchester united but their coach is not giving him the opportunity to perform like the way he used to give other players.

I totally agree with you. Manchester United coach Ten Hag is still not friendly with the players. And his conflict with Ronaldo is quite visible. He doesn't want Ronaldo being used in Premier League matches. But Ronaldo is still a world-class player. His fitness is still excellent. If Ronaldo is brought on after 60 minutes, he is still capable of performing well. But of course, Ten Hag should help to strengthen the bonding of team players with Ronaldo. But Ten Hag is probably not helping Ronaldo. This is why we are not getting the expected performance from Ronaldo even in Europa League matches.

[KTChampions]

Cristiano Ronaldo sits on the bench too much. So that his ability becomes dull and less honed. but if Cristiano Ronaldo was given more chances then I think he could be even better. the same as in yesterday's match, Cristiano Ronaldo looked less confident throughout the match. his face was full of stress. but after he managed to pass the ball to Martial and managed to score. only then can I see Cristiano Ronaldo become more active in his movements. but unfortunately time remaining in the match is only a little. I hope Ten Hag should be able to give equal opportunities to all players, including Cristiano Ronaldo.

Interestingly, for example, Scholes considers the provision of playing time for Ronaldo in the Europa League to be disrespectful on the part of Ten Hag:

He said on BT Sport: "I think it is almost more disrespectful playing him on a Thursday night in the Europa League. This man is a world superstar.
I am not saying at 37 years of age he should be starting the games, the big games especially, but this is a competition that is hard to get yourself motivated for."
https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/20029884/paul-scholes-slams-erik-ten-hag-cristiano-ronaldo/

I tend to trust his opinion. The Europa League is a junk tournament for any big team and the game there is very different from the serious games in the Premier League, even against weak teams.
And by the way, I'm sure Ten Hag won't back down from his strategy of ignoring Ronaldo - even United's crappy results bother Ten Hag less than fighting Ronaldo for influence at the club. And it seems to me that both will leave United - Ronaldo on their own initiative, and Ten Hag will be fired.

[Jody.Drummer]

I totally agree with you. Manchester United coach Ten Hag is still not friendly with the players. And his conflict with Ronaldo is quite visible. He doesn't want Ronaldo being used in Premier League matches. But Ronaldo is still a world-class player. His fitness is still excellent. If Ronaldo is brought on after 60 minutes, he is still capable of performing well. But of course, Ten Hag should help to strengthen the bonding of team players with Ronaldo. But Ten Hag is probably not helping Ronaldo. This is why we are not getting the expected performance from Ronaldo even in Europa League matches.

The reason he didn't play in the game against City also seemed quite contrived in my opinion which made me a little less fond of this because this kind of thing would make Ronaldo even more uncomfortable at Manchester United.
But it is true that Ten Hag may also have some other considerations because by looking at the current condition of Ronaldo, which in terms of performance is also clearly a bit lost, this could indeed be another thing for Ten Hag's consideration.

[crunck]

Manchester United's performance has been poor since the previous season. They have a lot of talented players in their squad. But due to the lack of bonding between the players, they are not able to play well. Also their match strategy is weak. But now their performance is slowly stabilizing. Hopefully we will get a better performance from United this season than last season.

6 goals from Manchester City and 2 goals from Omonia I would not call stabilization. And in general, even in those games where Manchester United wins, they do not play from a position of strength - basically they play from a defensive position and wait for their chance. This strategy works (sometimes) against favorites like Arsenal, Liverpool, but against weaker teams this strategy will often result in draws which is a big loss of points. I think it's too early to assume that Manchester United has stabilized.

You are right. However, Manchester United managed to win several matches. But their performance was not strong. Their defense is still very weak. However, the performance of their attacking players has improved compared to earlier. Manchester United conceded 14 goals in 7 matches. Today they will play against Everton. In the last 7 matches, Everton's attempt did not happen. I think Everton will be able to draw in today's match with Manchester United.

[bitzizzix]

I totally agree with you. Manchester United coach Ten Hag is still not friendly with the players. And his conflict with Ronaldo is quite visible. He doesn't want Ronaldo being used in Premier League matches. But Ronaldo is still a world-class player. His fitness is still excellent. If Ronaldo is brought on after 60 minutes, he is still capable of performing well. But of course, Ten Hag should help to strengthen the bonding of team players with Ronaldo. But Ten Hag is probably not helping Ronaldo. This is why we are not getting the expected performance from Ronaldo even in Europa League matches.

The reason he didn't play in the game against City also seemed quite contrived in my opinion which made me a little less fond of this because this kind of thing would make Ronaldo even more uncomfortable at Manchester United.
But it is true that Ten Hag may also have some other considerations because by looking at the current condition of Ronaldo, which in terms of performance is also clearly a bit lost, this could indeed be another thing for Ten Hag's consideration.

Ronaldo has had a difficult start to the season this year and Ronaldo has only played once in the Premier League, and he has also been off the bench more often in recent games.
and I don't think this is because of Ten Hag's consideration, maybe because Ten Hag doesn't really like or don't believe in Ronaldo which makes his current name not so popular.
and what we see Ronaldo will look good and can also score goals if he plays a lot of 90 minutes, and if Ronaldo continues to be treated like that I'm sure he will leave Old Trafford sooner.

[sayaya17]

I don't understand why Manchester united are struggling so much. They have a really good squad and talented players. They have a manager who has done really good things at Ajax. I don't know what more needs to happen, Ronaldo is not even played properly. They exclude him when they could benefit from his experience and expertise. How can they be favorites when they can hardly beat a team like Omonia?

I think, the fault of poor performance is coming from the coach because their coach is benching some players that are good in the first half and used players that are good in the second half to play first half, which is the major challenge Manchester united are facing this season. If Manchester united coach can allow Ronaldo and other potential players that are good in the first half to play the first half, I think Manchester united will be favour in their remaining matches. Cristiano Ronaldo is willing to perform well in Manchester united but their coach is not giving him the opportunity to perform like the way he used to give other players.

I totally agree with you. Manchester United coach Ten Hag is still not friendly with the players. And his conflict with Ronaldo is quite visible. He doesn't want Ronaldo being used in Premier League matches. But Ronaldo is still a world-class player. His fitness is still excellent. If Ronaldo is brought on after 60 minutes, he is still capable of performing well. But of course, Ten Hag should help to strengthen the bonding of team players with Ronaldo. But Ten Hag is probably not helping Ronaldo. This is why we are not getting the expected performance from Ronaldo even in Europa League matches.

Looks like Erik ten Hag was quite annoyed when Ronaldo missed the pre-season game, and finally Erik ten Hag let Ronaldo spend more time
on the bench. Ronaldo is only given the opportunity to be a starter, when playing in the Europa League, of course it is very clear Ten Hag and
Ronaldo do not have a good relationship. Even though Ronaldo has always been able to maintain his physical fitness well, so Ten Hag should have
given Ronaldo more playing time. Because this season Ronaldo is more often on the bench, his performance seems to be declining right now.
If Ronaldo is not the first choice at Man United, Ronaldo should indeed move to another club in the January transfer market, or Ronaldo was forced
to wait for his contract to expire in 2023. It's a shame that great players like Ronaldo are not the first choice at Man United.

[rahmad2nd]

Some seasons, Ronaldo used to have a slow start. I remember even the media will be trolling him and he will be pained. But at a time he will turn around his performance and start scoring goals.
Why he hasn't picked till now is because he has not gotten enough playing time. If Erik gives him some more playing time, he will find his form and happiness again.

okay, let's assume we agree with the lack of playing time he has.
However, if he does not return to his original form after being given many opportunities to play, imagine what will happen to MU later.
So I don't think that's the problem. if we talk about the problem of him not getting enough playing time, he has had that opportunity. however, what happened was not what Erik Ten Hag expected.
At the start of the season, he was given the opportunity, but the results did not match expectations. as a professional player, he should be able to go out and find his form again.
IMO, most likely he doesn't fit into Ten Hag's coaching style, aside from other factors related to him.

[Masplanc]

We always expect good performances from players like Ronaldo. But the performance of a legendary player like him has been very poor this season. Ten Hag is not using Ronaldo correctly. Ronaldo is not in Ten Hag's match plan. Ronaldo is unable to adapt himself to the team. And I don't think he's getting any help from coach Ten Hag. And so we see Ronaldo's poor performance in every match.

Cristiano Ronaldo sits on the bench too much. So that his ability becomes dull and less honed. but if Cristiano Ronaldo was given more chances then I think he could be even better. the same as in yesterday's match, Cristiano Ronaldo looked less confident throughout the match. his face was full of stress. but after he managed to pass the ball to Martial and managed to score. only then can I see Cristiano Ronaldo become more active in his movements. but unfortunately time remaining in the match is only a little. I hope Ten Hag should be able to give equal opportunities to all players, including Cristiano Ronaldo.

Christiano Ronaldo on the bench all the time is not a good one for Manchester United,  if christiano Ronaldo have been giving more time Manchester United would have been doing better than this.

 Ronaldo was the reason Manchester United got the number of goals they had last season

[bering]

Ludogorets have 4 points, and the victory over Roma is already in their asset - this is a big advantage in such a short group stage. Therefore, although now Roma still have chances that depend only on themselves, each game becomes decisive.
By the way, it will be funny if Roma is knocked out in the Conference League and win it again  

Group C on UEFA Europe League seem have just get one slot available only pass to next round as play off way after Real Betis won from AS Roma last match, now position standing awhile

• Real Betis 9
• Ludogorets 4
• AS Roma 3
• HJK 1

Seems left 3 match later become final match for all team except with Real Betis because have 9 points and have bigger chance can lead first standing position in this group, another team have the same chance although with HJK because 1 point get now still not close chance qualify to next round depending left 3 match later success won.

Mathematically it took 1 point anymore to Betis went to next stage but second position will be so tight because Ludogorets surprisingly can beat Roma and they can able to get 4 points and their schedules is more easy compared to Roma because on week 4 Ludogorets only fight against HJK and for Roma they will do repeat match against Betis so this match probably will determined Roma position that win result is mandatory for them because if they lose again from Betis then Ludogorets have good opportunity to finish at 2nd position and went to knockout phase along with Betis

[wiss19]

Cristiano Ronaldo sits on the bench too much. So that his ability becomes dull and less honed. but if Cristiano Ronaldo was given more chances then I think he could be even better. the same as in yesterday's match, Cristiano Ronaldo looked less confident throughout the match. his face was full of stress. but after he managed to pass the ball to Martial and managed to score. only then can I see Cristiano Ronaldo become more active in his movements. but unfortunately time remaining in the match is only a little. I hope Ten Hag should be able to give equal opportunities to all players, including Cristiano Ronaldo.

Right now, most of the members here on this forum talking crap because they are not watching matches live and have posts which are not near fact if someone able to check please go ahead in last match against Omonia which played away Cristiano Ronaldo play for 90 minutes and helps Marcus Rashford for having his second goal which is not bad as now he is not good enough like he was few years back so can't play freely just because of this we are not having results like we have in past but still he is the useful player and can play for 2 or 3 years.

Even sometime coach give him full match, and sometimes he plays for one half and one hour he is doing good for this player and his own team he is not wasting any player which is the best strategy from current coach of Manchester United.

[Docnaster]

We always expect good performances from players like Ronaldo. But the performance of a legendary player like him has been very poor this season. Ten Hag is not using Ronaldo correctly. Ronaldo is not in Ten Hag's match plan. Ronaldo is unable to adapt himself to the team. And I don't think he's getting any help from coach Ten Hag. And so we see Ronaldo's poor performance in every match.

Cristiano Ronaldo sits on the bench too much. So that his ability becomes dull and less honed. but if Cristiano Ronaldo was given more chances then I think he could be even better. the same as in yesterday's match, Cristiano Ronaldo looked less confident throughout the match. his face was full of stress. but after he managed to pass the ball to Martial and managed to score. only then can I see Cristiano Ronaldo become more active in his movements. but unfortunately time remaining in the match is only a little. I hope Ten Hag should be able to give equal opportunities to all players, including Cristiano Ronaldo.

I don't know why we keep complaining that Ronaldo does not see much match here in Europa thread. It's time we begin to be specific about this, it is correct that Ronaldo does not see playing time in the local league, but in the Europa League, he has seen very good number of matches  and haven't done much.
Erik Ten Hag conducts training, it means that Ronaldo is not doing well in the training at least they have training and their best during every training will make a particular starting 11.