Opinion: Mauricio Pochettino survives but, Erik ten Hag's future at Manchester United is uncertain

By Ruzeki, Shadoww News 

April 05, 2024  

Manchester United suffered the latest collapse in Premier League history after dramatic 4-3 defeat at Chelsea; Cole Palmer's 101st-minute goal the latest winner in Premier League history; second time in less than a week that Man Utd have lost a lead in added time. 

Following a series of defeats &draws, Mauricio Pochettino really needed that dramatic victory. 

On a day, he was about to be kicked out of the door, winning the #CHEMUN game was his saving grace. 

Unfortunately, INEOS is not hasty to make a call regarding Erik Ten Hag's long-term future at Old Trafford. 

Last night, we were winning against Chelsea; our slim Champions League qualification hopes were still alive, until the last minute when Cole Palmer happened. 

Man United could have won 3-2 but it clumsily conceded a penalty, which Palmer converted to make it 3-3 in stoppage time. Palmer then completed a historic hat-trick with another goal within seconds. 

The defeat was United's 12th in the Premier League this season. 

Since taking control of sporting activities in December, Sir Jim Ratcliffe's INEOS is trying to fix the club; bringing in a new technical director, director of football, etc. 

You could say, at least there are some moves being made and a new era is taking shape at Manchester United. However, it is clear Erik ten Hag will not be a part of it. Many fans and pundits think that with ten Hag as manager, Manchester United is doomed. 

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's INEOS must identify the team willing and able to put Manchester United back on its glory, again. That could mean breaking a few eggs to make some omelette. 

The current Manchester United is simply not a stable or sustainable formula for success. 

Eventually, Manchester United's luck is going to run out, like it did last night at Stamford Bridge, which is the ultimate ignominy. 

Just to be clear, Chelsea is the worst-run club in football, recently. And the thing is, they had a easy time dismantling the Red Devils with four goals (two goals in the last minute), this should tell you everything you need to know about the terrible shape Manchester United is in right now. 

Cristiano Ronaldo: Former Manchester United forward signs for Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo has joined Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr on a two-year contract. The 37-year-old left Manchester United last month; ahead of 2022 World Cup following an explosive television interview in which the forward said he felt betrayed by the Old Trafford club and did not respect their Dutch manager Erik ten Hag. 

Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a two-year deal with Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr; as a free agent after his contract at Manchester United was mutually terminated. 

Ronaldo will arrive in Saudi Arabia with a vast collection of club honours after a glittering spell at Spanish giants Real Madrid from 2009-18 where he won two La Liga titles, two Spanish Cups, four Champions League titles and three Club World Cups.

He went on to score a club record 451 times for Real and has more than 800 senior goals overall for club and country. 

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner also claimed two Serie A titles and a Copa Italia trophy in three years at Juventus before rejoining United with whom he had won three Premier League crowns, the FA Cup, two League Cups, the Champions League and Club World Cup. 

What you need to know about Al Nassr club 

• Al Nassr was formed in 1955, the club is based in the Saudi capital of Riyadh and play in the country's top division - the Saudi Professional League (SPL), which has 18 teams. 
• They finished third last season, six points behind champions Al Hilal. 
• Al Nassr are the second-most successful team in the league with nine titles. Their last win was in the 2018-19 season. Only Al Hilal, also based in Riyadh, have won more titles (18). 
• Al Nassr are coached by Rudi Garcia, who previously managed Lille, Roma, Marseille and Lyon. 
• Al Nassr are second in the league this season after 10 rounds, two points behind leaders Al Shabab. 
• They must win the league this season to qualify for the 2023-24 Asian Champions League. 

Football Ambivalence: Manchester United is up for sale by owners the Glazer Family after Cristiano Ronaldo left the club.

 By Ruzeki, Shadow News                                                Support us! 

Updated 10:40 AM EAT, Wed Nov 23, 2022 

Cristiano Ronaldo leaves Manchester United: The move comes after the Portuguese star player's explosive and controversial interview with Piers Morgan ahead of FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar. 

The football legend, Cristiano Ronaldo

In a not-so-shocking move, the Portuguese star player and football club announced they are parting ways. Cristiano Ronaldo and Manchester United decided to end their acrimonious relationship as the world is glued to screens to watch FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar. 

With Ronaldo preparing for Portugal's opening match against Ghana on Thursday, Manchester United on Tuesday announced their split with a statement on its various social media channels. 

"Cristiano Ronaldo is to leave Manchester United by mutual agreement, with immediate effect. The club thank him for his immense contribution across two spells at Old Trafford, scoring 145 goals in 346 appearances, and wishes him and his family well for the future," says the released statement. 

Soon after the announcement was made, millions of football fans rushed to social media sites to vent out their anger, shares memories, bid emotional goodbyes and churn out funny memes. Follow Ruzeki on Linkedin for trending news about Cristiano Ronaldo.. 

Additionally, after the announcement of superstar forward Cristiano Ronaldo leaving Manchester United, the club has confirmed that Manchester United have been put up for sale by owners the Glazer Family.

In a statement issued on Tuesday night, the Old Trafford outfit is "commencing a process to explore strategic alternatives for the club". 

The statement added: "As part of this process, the Board will consider all strategic alternatives, including new investment into the club, a sale, or other transactions involving the Company." 

Investors from the Middle East and the United States have strongly been 

linked with a possible purchase of Manchester United

Cristiano Ronaldo, Erik ten Hag, Joel Glazer

Here is everything you need to know about FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 will be played from 20 November to 18 December in Qatar. It will be the 22nd edition of the competition, and the first played in the Arab world. 

World Cup Qatar 2022 groups 

Group A 

Qatar, Ecuador, Senegal and Netherlands 

Group B 

England, IR Iran, USA and Wales 

Group C 

Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Poland 

Group D 

France, Australia, Denmark and Tunisia 

Group E 

Spain, Costa Rica, Germany and Japan 

Group F 

Belgium, Canada, Morocco and Croatia 

Group G 

Brazil, Serbia, Switzerland and Cameroon 

Group H 

Portugal, Ghana, Uruguay and Korea Republic 

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Groups

World Cup Qatar 2022 match schedule

The group phase will be played from 20 November to 2 December. The knockout phase will begin with the Round of 16 from 3-6 December.

The quarter-finals will be played on 9 and 10 December, with the semi-finals on 13 and 14 December. The play-off for the third place will unfold on 17 December, one day before the final. 

World Cup Qatar 2022 stadiums

The 64 matches of this tournament will take place across eight venues: 

• Al Bayt Stadium, 
• Khalifa International Stadium, 
• Al Thumama Stadium, 
• Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium, 
• Lusail Stadium, 
• Stadium 974, 
• Education City Stadium, 
• Al Janoub Stadium. 

Most World Cup titles 

1. Brazil (5) 
2. Germany (4) 
3. Italy (4) 
4. Argentina (2) 
5. France (2) 
6. Uruguay (2) 
7. England (1) 
8. Spain (1) 

World Cup 2026: next edition 

Canada, Mexico and the USA will host the 2026 tournament. 

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