It was only when Manchester United began to gain some momentum in the Premier League for the first time in weeks that their campaign was derailed.
The suspension of matches against Brighton, Hove Albion and Brentford due to the Covid-19 outbreak has put Ralph Ranik’s initial encouraging action on hold.
With only half of the Week 18 matches this weekend due to the outbreak, all eyes will now turn to Boxing Day, where there is currently a full list of matches to be played. United will face Newcastle United, who are struggling for 19th place.
Until then, everyone associated with the Red Devils will be behind them, but there are still plenty of United stories to deal with.
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Ronaldo on Ferguson’s gesture
Cristiano Ronaldo spoke of the kind gesture Sir Alex Ferguson made when his father was unwell.
The duo forged a strong bond in Ronaldo’s first term at Old Trafford, with the Portugal sensation becoming the best player on the planet in Manchester.
While it was clear that they did well from a professional perspective, there was also a personal bond between the duo. In an article posted on United’s website, Ronaldo revealed how Ferguson was there for him during tough times.
“I probably don’t remember it, but I’m going to tell it because it’s a beautiful story,” said the 36-year-old. “One day my dad was in the hospital and I was so excited, so depressed. “
I talked to him and he said: ‘Cristiano, go there for two or three days. We have had tough games and I was a key player at that time, and he said: “It’s going to be difficult because we are playing tough games, but I understand your situation and I will let you go.” [out] And you can go see your father. “
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