Sky Sports · October 20, 2026

Explained: Why there was tension between Ten Hag and Ronaldo

Erik ten Hag outlined his issues with Cristiano Ronaldo in an interview with The Athletic, citing tensions between the manager and the superstar during his time at Manchester United. The conflicts stemmed from differences in approach and Ronaldo's role within ten Hag's tactical system.

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Explained: Why there was tension between Ten Hag and Ronaldo

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