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Gary Neville has reflected on his relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo following the infamous pitchside snub before Manchester United’s match against West Ham in October 2022.

During the pre-match build-up, Ronaldo greeted former teammates Louis Saha and Jamie Redknapp but ignored Neville completely, which raised eyebrows. The incident stemmed from a series of tensions between Ronaldo and the club, particularly after the Portuguese star stormed down the tunnel during United's 2-0 win over Tottenham, having been left on the bench by manager Erik ten Hag.

Cristiano Ronaldo has admitted that he "no longer cares" about being the best player in the world, instead shifting his focus to supporting his team. The 39-year-old superstar, who joined Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr in January 2023 after leaving Manchester United, emphasized his commitment to his teammates following his recent performance in the AFC Champions League.

On Monday, Ronaldo scored in Al-Nassr's 2-1 victory against Al-Rayyan, marking yet another milestone in his illustrious career. However, the former Real Madrid and Juventus star downplayed his individual achievements. "It is not important anymore whether I am the best or not, I no longer care about that," said Ronaldo after the match. "It is good for a player to score goals, but for me, it is better for the team to win."

Former Manchester United coach Benni McCarthy believes that Erik ten Hag "wasted a great opportunity" with Cristiano Ronaldo during his time at the club. McCarthy, who was part of Ten Hag’s coaching staff for two years before departing in a summer shake-up following Sir Jim Ratcliffe's arrival as co-owner, has shed light on when "the problems started" between the Dutch manager and Ronaldo.

McCarthy had the chance to work with Ronaldo briefly before the Portuguese star’s exit in November 2022. The legendary forward had his contract terminated following a highly publicized fallout with Ten Hag, which included a controversial interview with Piers Morgan where Ronaldo criticized the manager and the club.

Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the world's highest-paid athletes, certainly knows how to pamper his loved ones. Earning more than £3.4 million a week at Al Nassr, the football superstar has no shortage of funds to splash out on extravagant gifts for his partner, Georgina Rodriguez.

With his substantial income coming from his contract in the Saudi Pro League and a slew of lucrative endorsement deals, it’s no surprise that Ronaldo can afford to shower Rodriguez with luxuries most people can only dream of. In 2022 alone, Ronaldo reportedly added $260 million (£194 million) to his wealth, cementing his status as one of the wealthiest sports figures.

Former Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has revealed that signing Cristiano Ronaldo from Juventus in 2021 was a mistake, admitting that the club brought him back primarily to prevent him from joining Manchester City.

The move was initially seen as a fairytale return for Ronaldo, who left United for Real Madrid in 2009 in an £80 million transfer.

One of Cristiano Ronaldo's former Manchester United team-mates has suggested that the legendary striker could potentially make a sensational return to Old Trafford.

Despite the turbulent end to his second spell at the club, which saw his contract terminated following a controversial interview with Piers Morgan, speculation about a future reunion continues.

Ronaldo, now playing for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, remains in prolific form, even as he approaches his 40th birthday. The 39-year-old recently expressed his enduring affection for United in a candid interview with former teammate Rio Ferdinand, hinting that he still holds the club in high regard.

Cristiano Ronaldo has shared his thoughts on life after football in a candid conversation with former Manchester United teammate Rio Ferdinand. Widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, alongside legends like Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona, and Pele, Ronaldo is now in the twilight of his remarkable career, though he continues to compete at the highest levels.

At 39, Ronaldo recently featured for Portugal in his sixth European Championship tournament at Euro 2024 in Germany and is expected to retire from international football after the 2026 World Cup in North America.

Currently playing for Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia, Ronaldo has continued to demonstrate his ability, scoring an impressive 62 goals in 69 appearances since his move in 2023, following a highly publicized exit from Manchester United.

Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has opened up about his future, making it clear he has no immediate plans to retire from international football. Speaking at a press conference ahead of Portugal's Nations League clash with Croatia in Lisbon, the 39-year-old assured fans that he still has plenty to contribute to his national team.

"When the time comes, I’ll move on. It won’t be a difficult decision to make," Ronaldo said, emphasizing that he would step aside if he ever felt he was no longer adding value to the squad.

Reflecting on his career, Ronaldo cited the graceful exit of his former teammate Pepe, who retired last year at 41, as an example of how he hopes to bow out when the time comes. "He left through the front door," Ronaldo noted, alluding to the way Pepe ended his career on his own terms.

Even the biggest stars can leave an impression on their teammates, especially when you're someone like Cristiano Ronaldo. For 17-year-old Geovany Quenda, his first interaction with the football legend was both humbling and a bit overwhelming, as Ronaldo himself revealed.

Quenda, who received his first senior international call-up in August ahead of Portugal’s UEFA Nations League matches against Croatia and Scotland, was understandably shell-shocked when meeting the five-time Ballon d’Or winner.

Ronaldo shared the story of their encounter, shedding light on how the presence of football royalty can sometimes leave younger players a little tongue-tied.

“Many of them are embarrassed to talk to me,” Ronaldo admitted. "A little while ago I was going up to my room, and I saw the new boy, 17 years old, Quenda."

Cristiano Ronaldo has already surpassed €2 million in earnings from his newly launched YouTube channel, just days after its debut, according to TheyScored. The earnings, calculated in real-time, are based on Ronaldo's massive reach, having gained over 53 million subscribers and accumulated more than 339 million video views from just 25 videos.

Known for his illustrious football career with clubs like Juventus, Real Madrid, Manchester United, and Sporting, Ronaldo is now proving his prowess as a digital entrepreneur. His rapid success on YouTube underscores his influence not only on the pitch but also in the digital realm.