Journalist Xu Danlei reported that United were behind by one goal, and at the end of the game, there was a chance to receive a free kick, penalty kick or simply a cross in the box. Red Devils fans, of course, want the best guy on the team to shoot the kick that is most likely to change the outcome. The Manchester Evening News said such players were placed in professional sports in the United States, that is, Tom Brady of the Football League, or Michael Jordan of the NBA. And at Manchester United, his name is Cristiano Ronaldo. Because of this ability or "magic", the Portuguese have almost enjoyed the privilege of not being replaced, even if their performances have fluctuated in more than half a season at Manchester United.
But at home to Wolves on Jan. 3, the trailing United had a strange scene on the pitch. Faced with a direct free-kick opportunity outside Wolves' penalty area, substitute Bruno asked for the right to take the penalty from C. Rona. Disappointed that the ball did not score. The joy is that Bruno has the courage to take on heavy responsibilities. What makes people suspicious is C. Ronaldo's attitude: after 14 years, he wore the Manchester United captain's armband again, and he was also the well-deserved red devil's main scorer, where did his domineering spirit go?
How long has C. Ronaldo been without a Savior?
Manchester United fans, how long has it been since you saw C. Rossher and whoever I am, like a god? On 2 November, United visited Atalanta, where C. Ronaldo scored a goal in two halves of stoppage time, twice pulling the trailing team back on track and returning with points.
After that, C. Ronaldo still scored, and the importance declined. On 23 November, away to Villarell, Carrick opened the scoring with the Portuguese striker opening the scoring, Sancho scored another goal and United qualified for the first place. Another 10 days later, Manchester United won 3-2 arsenal at home, C. Ronaldo received a cross from Marcus Rashford in the second half, and United led 2-1; in the 70th minute Fred made a point and the Portuguese sealed the victory.
Then, on 11 December, facing Norwich at the end of the table, the Portuguese striker scored a 75-minute penalty and scored his first goal in the Era of Lonnick, a small victory for United.
After the victory over the Canary, Due to the impact of the epidemic, Manchester United suspended for two weeks. But half a month's break and New Year's incentives didn't bring C. Rowe back to his bloody back, scoring just one goal in the last three games – 3-1 Burnley, adding to the icing on the cake after United led by two goals.
Since November, C. Ronaldo has scored no goals against Watford, Chelsea, Crystal Palace, Newcastle and Wolves. Before November, the words "kill" and "record" were repeatedly related to the current god who once again held hands with Manchester United.
In his debut, he scored twice against Newcastle; in his first three games, he scored four goals. In the Champions League, he scored three consecutive goals: against the youngsters, scoring his only goal in his team, and at home to Villarell and Atalanta, both contributing to the final goal. Even as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's position was in turmoil, he opened the scoring at United's 3-0 tottenham.
In the past four months at Manchester United, why is there a difference between C. Ronaldo's status for two months? Or what happened to the Portuguese's professional life after the away game against Atlanta? A check of the calendar: After the last two World Preliminary Tournaments in mid-November, Portugal finished second in the group and did not qualify directly to the final round!
Yes, not only free throws
Doubt that C. Ronaldo is wearing a Manchester United uniform and thinking about the national team? Instead, start with the national team schedule and study the changes in his form at Manchester United. In the first half, the national team competition was divided into three stages, starting in early September, early to mid-October and mid-November. In contrast, there are some interesting facts.
On 1 September, C. Ronaldo scored two consecutive goals at the end of the second half in a crucial group match 2-1 ireland in Portugal to achieve a comeback. He also personally stripped excitedly to celebrate this, resulting in a cumulative suspension of yellow cards and no chance of taking on Azerbaijan. But with the mood of the World Cup in sight and the body of a proper rest, C. Ronaldo returned to Manchester, and the spring breeze was triumphant. From September to October, the British tabloids followed C. Rowe's recipes, homes, and families. This objectively reflects the early days of his return, which was quite successful.
In the World Preliminary Tournament in October, C. Ronaldo wore a hat against Luxembourg, renovating the national team's all-time top scorer record. United are looking forward to him. After returning, although C. Ronaldo failed to make a contribution to Leicester, Liverpool and Manchester City in the league, he continued to maintain important output in the Champions League. When Sochaux was in danger, he was a guest of the White Deer Trail, and he also extended his feet to help his former teammates.
After the World Cup in November, Portugal did not qualify for the finals, and C. Ronaldo was devastated. Manchester United are a mess. The strong, like him, are not calm. Looking at his three-stage performance in the first half, it is almost possible to conclude that C. Ronaldo has placed Portugal in at least the same important position as Manchester United, and at Manchester United, he values the Champions League more than the league.
This is not to settle the conclusion and then look for evidence. Ask the 37-year-old C. Ronaldo, who has won countless team and personal honors in his career, and his status and reputation are the first in the world in football, what else can inspire him to continue to move forward? National team honours and Champions League records.
You know, C. Rowe chose to return to Manchester, and the first game was not an emotional card. He hopes to be able to maintain excellent competitive form at such an advanced age. And only a strong league and a strong team that can play in the Champions League can help him achieve it. If Guardiola hadn't been less interested in the centre-forward who is full-time foraging, the Portuguese would probably have been against Manchester United this season.
Go back and chew on the scene where C. Rowley lets the free kick take the reins. It is true that neither at Juve nor Manchester United has a good free-kick record. Think a little deeper: Bruno may use this as a signal to ask Ronnick for a start.
Before C. Ronaldo joined, Bruno was United's attacking inspiration and source of goals. After his compatriots joined, Bruno also tried his best to pave the way for his teammates in the national team. Recently, Manchester United's performance and results have been fairly average, and Bruno has fallen victim to tactical tuning.
Ronaldo's thinking is likely to be much more complicated, far less determined than the Manchester United fans who expect him to be the savior of the field – bring Bruno back to the main team, he can also help Portugal when he plays well; I focus on the Champions League and fight for the World Cup again - wouldn't it be better to have it all?
His season is in March
"Played for two clubs, went through five coaches, played with my national team in the Final Round of the European Championship, and also participated in the pending 2022 World Cup preliminaries." For the past 2021, the Portuguese ace is clearly more frustrated than proud: "This year is far from easy to say. Despite all competitions, I scored 47 goals. ”
He said: "At Juve, I am proud to win the Coppa Italia and Super Cup and get the top scorer. With Portugal became the first goalscorer in the history of the European Championship, which is also the highlight of the year. Of course, returning to Manchester United was also one of the most iconic moments of my career. ”
He singled out his disappointment at Manchester United and said "we are not happy with the whole team". Despite calling on United to "embrace 2022" with a turning season, he lost the opening game of the new year. However, C. Rowe posted a New Year's message to his 500 million fans on social media. Manchester United lost, but he also has Juve fans, Real Madrid fans, Portuguese fans. As long as he speaks, he will not lose.
The slippery slope of C. Ronaldo's state has nothing to do with physical strength, nor is it that Lonnick doesn't pay much attention to him — whether or not to use the right method is another matter. The Portuguese shenfeng could not find the excitement point. The freshness of returning to Manchester United has long faded, and the Champions League, which can continue to break important records, will have to wait for a while; the excitement of Manchester United's change of coach has also been numbing. And C. Luo's heart is still heavy on the boulder that may miss the last World Cup of his career.
Active or passive, Lonnick may have to let C Ronaldo leave the main stage of the Manchester United league. What can I do? In the FA Cup and some leagues, C. Ronaldo should rest, or substitute; important league showdowns, using him as a key tactical pawn, but not necessarily an absolute main force.
The Champions League reopened in late February, with Manchester United visiting Atletico. As soon as the Champions League music hits, C. Ronaldo will be full of adrenaline. The second leg is in mid-March. Between and after the two legs, Manchester United's key league rivals are Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool. In late March, the World Preliminary Tournament play-offs began. It can be said that this March is the most important moment of the season for C. Ronaldo, and it is also a time to test the wisdom of Manchester United. As for the captain, Lonnick didn't want him to be. When United players are used to finding C. Ronaldo as soon as they take the ball, and the latter is often not near the box because of his sense of responsibility, such an arrangement is self-destructing the Great Wall.
There is no doubt that C. Ronaldo is still full of fighting spirit. He still uses the usual professional attitude of a seeker and high-tech objects such as oxygen tanks to help keep him healthy. There was also another unexpected moment for Wolves: in the face of De Gea's anger at his adventurous returns, the King of Portugal chose to apologize. When can he see C. Luo so humiliated and humiliated, and seek perfection - unless, of course, he has a bigger goal in mind.