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Rio Ferdinand says Man United will miss out on top four but believes European qualification could still ‘galvanise’ the club

Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand believes they face an ‘uphill process’ to complete within the Premier League prime 4. Nevertheless, he pressured that cup competitions can present momentum for league type as United face the extra sure probability of sealing Europa League qualification. 3 United are prone to lacking out within the race for the highest 4Credit score: Getty Erik ten Hag’s aspect at present sit sixth within the desk and 11 factors behind Tottenham and Aston Villa, who’re fourth and fifth respectively. With seven league video games left, the probabilities of them ending within the prime 4 and due to this fact qualify for the Champions League look slim. And talking on talkSPORT Drive, Ferdinand revealed his perception that United face an almighty problem to pip Spurs and Villa to fourth. “It is an uphill process now. I used to be assured a couple of month or two in the past, however now no, I am unable to see it. I have a look at the outcomes which are coming by means of and Spurs are nonetheless churning out a win right here and there. “Villa are in a little bit of a humorous…

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Footage captures Rio Ferdinand’s rollercoaster of emotions during Galatasary comback against Manchester United

Footage emerged of Rio Ferdinand together with his head in his arms after Galatasaray’s dramatic equaliser in opposition to Manchester United. The Turkish giants clawed their method again from 3-1 all the way down to draw 3-3 against Erik ten Hag’s side in a Champions League thriller in rain-soaked Istanbul. 2 United had been down and dejected after throwing away a two-goal lead in IstanbulCredit score: Getty United took a deserved two-goal lead following strikes from Alejandro Garnacho and Bruno Fernandes. Former Chelsea winger Hakim Ziyech netted twice for the hosts both aspect of Scott McTominay’s effort however United inexplicably threw away their lead when substitute Kerem Akturkoglu levelled 19-minutes from time. The outcome means United stay backside of the group heading into their remaining group stage fixture in opposition to already-qualified Bayern Munich and staring a untimely exit from European competitors within the face. Ferdinand was on co-commentary duties for TNT Sports activities for the sport in Istanbul and a video posted by the broadcaster’s social media group confirmed the previous United defender’s response to every objective scored on the evening. As anticipated, Ferdinand expressed his delight as United raced into an early benefit however…

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Jamie Carragher calls Rio Ferdinand a Cristiano Ronaldo ‘fan boy’ as Manchester United legend reminds Liverpool icon of handshake snub as pair trade Twitter insults

Jamie Carragher labelled Rio Ferdinand a Cristiano Ronaldo ‘fan boy’ as the 2 pundits clashed over the Manchester United star on Twitter. Ronaldo was left on the bench for the 6-3 defeat at Manchester City on Sunday and Outdated Trafford legend Ferdinand has insisted it was a mistake. Getty Ronaldo was an unused substitute for the Manchester derby Supervisor Erik ten Hag claimed the decision was made out of ‘respect’ for Ronaldo and Reds icon Carragher defended the United boss on Monday Evening Soccer. Ferdinand referred to as out Carragher on Twitter and reminded the previous Liverpool defender of a second earlier this season when Ronaldo did not shake his hand. Posted alongside a video of himself explaining the purpose, Ferdinand stated: “Carra, you continue to upset he didn’t shake your hand at Outdated Trafford? “The toughest factor to do in soccer is rating objectives…” In response, Carragher advised the ex-United defender to cease being a ‘fan boy’ of Ronaldo. Carragher tweeted: “No I’m delighted it [the video] went viral! Sky Sports activities Ronaldo greeted Gary Neville and Roy Keane however ignored Carragher Getty Ferdinand stays shut mates with Ronaldo after taking part in alongside…

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