Ralf Rangnick says he had to make 'compromises' to playing style at Man Utd
2 years, 7 months ago

Ralf Rangnick says he had to make 'compromises' to playing style at Man Utd

The Hindu  

Manchester United interim boss Ralf Rangnick accepted partial blame for their underwhelming season but said he was unable to effectively implement his pressing style because of the physical limitations of the squad. Rangnick took over from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in November but the German has failed to galvanise an ailing United, which is sixth in the league and need a win at Crystal Palace on Sunday to secure qualification for next season's Europa League. "If you think of Juergen Klopp's first season at Liverpool they did not play that kind of football, it took them one and a half seasons. READ | Cristiano Ronaldo, who is United's top-scorer this season with 24 goals across all competitions, has often being singled out for his lack of pressing and Rangnick said that forced him to make compromises to his playing style.

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Ralf Rangnick’s reputation took a hit at Man United. He’s changing the story at Euro 2024
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Ralf Rangnick’s reputation took a hit at Man United. He’s changing the story at Euro 2024

Associated Press  

DUESSELDORF, Germany — Cristiano Ronaldo said he’d never heard of him and Manchester United fans have few fond memories of his short-lived spell as manager of the Premier League club. “If you are not even a coach, how are you going to be the boss of Manchester United?” While Rangnick’s previous job had been head of sports and development at …

Cristiano Ronaldo SLAMS former Man Utd boss Ralf Rangnick: 'Not even a coach'
2 years, 1 month ago

Cristiano Ronaldo SLAMS former Man Utd boss Ralf Rangnick: 'Not even a coach'

Daily Mail  

The forward has completed a staggering interview speaking against United Cristiano Ronaldo launched an astonishing attack on former Manchester United interim coach Ralf Rangnick in his recent interview with Piers Morgan. Ronaldo has sensationally spoken out against Manchester United and several aspects of the club, including current manager Erik ten Hag, club legend Wayne Rooney, and Rangnick, who coached the …

Ralf Rangnick's time at Man United was a DISASTER as he leaves club
2 years, 6 months ago

Ralf Rangnick's time at Man United was a DISASTER as he leaves club

Daily Mail  

Having been completely ill-suited to managing one of the world's biggest football clubs - even on an interim basis - we won't now discover whether Ralf Rangnick could have improved Manchester United behind the scenes. Ralf Rangnick was out of his depth as Manchester United's interim manager and the news that he won't be carrying on in his two-year consultancy …

Man United's squad 'SPLIT' into camps following interim boss Ralf Rangnick's outspoken comments
2 years, 7 months ago

Man United's squad 'SPLIT' into camps following interim boss Ralf Rangnick's outspoken comments

Daily Mail  

Manchester United's squad has reportedly been split into camps after players had become angered by interim boss Ralf Rangnick's outspoken comments. Manchester United's squad has been split into camps after Ralf Rangnick's comments Interim boss Rangnick angered players with his remarks, which led to tension 'The British players tended to stick together while many of the foreign lads took their …

Cristiano Ronaldo: Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick says star is staying next season
2 years, 7 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo: Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick says star is staying next season

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo will be staying at Manchester United next season despite their plans to sign two new strikers this summer, Ralf Rangnick has revealed. Ralf Rangnick has revealed Cristiano Ronaldo is staying at Manchester United next season Though while he has produced a return of 24 goals in 37 appearances, one of which came in Monday's 3-0 win over Brentford, …

Ralf Rangnick says new Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag should keep Cristiano Ronaldo
2 years, 7 months ago

Ralf Rangnick says new Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag should keep Cristiano Ronaldo

Daily Mail  

Ralf Rangnick has urged Manchester United to sign two strikers this summer, but advised new manager Erik ten Hag to keep Cristiano Ronaldo. Rangnick believes United need to strengthen in attack when new boss Ten Hag arrives from Ajax this summer, but thinks the Ronaldo, 37, should see out the second year of his contract. Ralf Rangnick has urged new …

Manchester United Interim Manager Ralf Rangnick Named Austria Coach
2 years, 7 months ago

Manchester United Interim Manager Ralf Rangnick Named Austria Coach

News 18  

Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick has been appointed coach of Austria’s national team, the federation said Friday, but he will continue in a consultancy role at the club. Rangnick joined United as interim manager in November last year and will move into an advisory position after Ajax coach Erik ten Hag comes in as the new permanent manager. “We are …

Ralf Rangnick denies dossier for Erik ten Hag branding Man United players 'unprofessional'
2 years, 7 months ago

Ralf Rangnick denies dossier for Erik ten Hag branding Man United players 'unprofessional'

Daily Mail  

Ralf Rangnick has flatly denied claims that he put together a dossier for Erik ten Hag, calling certain Manchester United players 'unprofessional'. Ralf Rangnick has insisted that he has not criticised his Manchester United squad in a dossier United have massively underperformed this season ahead of Erik ten Hag's arrival 'This is not true, I will always protect my players. …

Ralf Rangnick's Manchester United aims look as far away as ever
2 years, 8 months ago

Ralf Rangnick's Manchester United aims look as far away as ever

Daily Mail  

Ralf Rangnick offered an encouraging assessment of the Manchester United squad he inherited when he was appointed interim manager. Man United interim manager Ralf Rangnick gave his first press conference in December Yet it would be unfair to lay the blame squarely at the feet of the 63-year-old, a widely-revered figure in the game. Marcus Rashford has endured perhaps the …

Outgoing Rangnick backs new boss Ten Hag to deliver at Man Utd
2 years, 8 months ago

Outgoing Rangnick backs new boss Ten Hag to deliver at Man Utd

The Hindu  

Manchester United interim boss Ralf Rangnick backed new manager Erik ten Hag to succeed in the job, saying on Friday that there was enough evidence from the Dutchman's previous roles that he can improve the inconsistent Premier League side. United on Thursday announced Ten Hag as its new manager to succeed Rangnick from the end of this season, with the …

Ralf Rangnick's Manchester United are a team with absolutely no identity, style or results at all
2 years, 8 months ago

Ralf Rangnick's Manchester United are a team with absolutely no identity, style or results at all

Daily Mail  

After Manchester United marked the first game of Ralf Rangnick's tenure with a 1-0 home win over Crystal Palace last December, the pundits on the club's in-house TV station cast an eye over the next eight fixtures and suggested they could all be won. Rangnick's players — freed from the uncertain management of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer — played on the …

Man Utd boss Rangnick calls for defensive stability ahead of Liverpool game
2 years, 8 months ago

Man Utd boss Rangnick calls for defensive stability ahead of Liverpool game

The Hindu  

Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick on Monday urged his side to display more defensive solidity ahead of a crucial run-in that will determine Champions League qualification and likely define his tenure as interim boss. Rangnick, who succeeded Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in November last year, has struggled to turn around United's season following a dismal start, with the team three points …

Ralf Rangnick admits Man United will need to win their final six games
2 years, 8 months ago

Ralf Rangnick admits Man United will need to win their final six games

Daily Mail  

Ralf Rangnick has called on Manchester United’s ‘underdogs’ to go for victory at Anfield on Tuesday night, admitting his team must win most of their final six games to snatch fourth place in the Premier League. But Rangnick believes United have no choice but to try and win the game as they battle Arsenal and Tottenham for fourth place. Ralf …

Rangnick: No regrets over taking Manchester United job
2 years, 8 months ago

Rangnick: No regrets over taking Manchester United job

The Hindu  

Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick said he has no regrets about taking the Old Trafford job but the German is not happy with what his team has achieved so far. Rangnick joined United on an interim basis in November following the sacking of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and has led the team to nine wins in his 22 matches in …

Ralf Rangnick warns it may take 18 months to fix Man United in damning assessment
2 years, 8 months ago

Ralf Rangnick warns it may take 18 months to fix Man United in damning assessment

Daily Mail  

Ralf Rangnick has warned that it could take 18 months to completely fix Manchester United's issues and make them a force to be reckoned with again. Ralf Rangnick says it could take up to 18 months to fix all of the issues at Manchester United The German is set to take on a consultancy role at Old Trafford in the …

United's Ralf Rangnick hits back at Louis Van Gaal's 'commercial club' comment
2 years, 8 months ago

United's Ralf Rangnick hits back at Louis Van Gaal's 'commercial club' comment

The Hindu  

Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick hit back at Louis van Gaal for his comments that United is a "commercial club", saying that the Netherlands head coach had signed a contract to be their manager despite holding that opinion. Van Gaal warned Ajax Amsterdam's Erik ten Hag against taking up the manager's role at United, urging him to choose a …

United boss Rangnick backs Ronaldo to shine against Atletico
2 years, 9 months ago

United boss Rangnick backs Ronaldo to shine against Atletico

The Hindu  

Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick is hoping Cristiano Ronaldo can reproduce his form from the weekend when the side faces Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday. RELATED| Ronaldo hits hat-trick as Man United beats Tottenham 3-2 With the last-16 tie at home to Atletico level at 1-1 after the first leg in Madrid, Rangnick said he had no …

Ralf Rangnick insists he will put 'all his energy' into improving striker Marcus Rashford's form
2 years, 9 months ago

Ralf Rangnick insists he will put 'all his energy' into improving striker Marcus Rashford's form

Daily Mail  

Ralf Rangnick backed 'abundant talent' Marcus Rashford to rediscover his top form as wasteful Manchester United prepare to face rivals Manchester City. Ralf Rangnick has encouraged striker Marcus Rashford to fulfil his 'abundant talent' Star turn Cristiano Ronaldo has only scored once in 10 games but Rangnick believes things will soon turn for the team, with Edinson Cavani set to …

Rangnick's interim status at Man Utd causing some uncertainty, says Fred
2 years, 10 months ago

Rangnick's interim status at Man Utd causing some uncertainty, says Fred

The Hindu  

Manchester United's appointment of Ralf Rangnick on an interim basis is "a bit strange" and has led to some uncertainty in the club, midfielder Fred said on Tuesday. "It's a bit strange," Fred told TNT Sports Brazil on Tuesday. United are in the Champions League last 16 for the first time since 2018-19, and on Wednesday, will take on an …

Gary Neville says Manchester United will get 'beat-up' if don't get manager choice right
2 years, 10 months ago

Gary Neville says Manchester United will get 'beat-up' if don't get manager choice right

Daily Mail  

Gary Neville believes Ralf Rangnick has not done enough to take the Manchester United reins permanently this summer. Gary Neville claims Ralf Rangnick will have a say on who the next Manchester United boss is It has been a season of turmoil on and off the pitch for Manchester United this campaign He said on the Gary Neville Podcast: 'I …

Manchester United showing signs of 'obvious' improvement: Interim manager Ralf Rangnick
2 years, 10 months ago

Manchester United showing signs of 'obvious' improvement: Interim manager Ralf Rangnick

India Today  

Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick said the dressing room atmosphere at the club has improved since he took over in December last year, but stressed that the team is still far from the finished article. Speaking ahead of Sunday's away game against Leeds United, Rangnick told reporters: "We have won six games, drawn four and had one defeat against Wolverhampton …

Harry Maguire to Remain Captain of Manchester United, Confirms Ralf Rangnick
2 years, 10 months ago

Harry Maguire to Remain Captain of Manchester United, Confirms Ralf Rangnick

News 18  

Harry Maguire will remain Manchester United captain for the rest of the season, interim manager Ralf Rangnick confirmed on Friday amid reports of a power struggle in the dressing room with Cristiano Ronaldo. It had been reported the world’s most expensive defender felt undermined by Ronaldo’s influence, but Maguire denied that claim, and Rangnick insisted his status as captain has …

Man Utd in 'obvious' need of young striker, says Rangnick
2 years, 10 months ago

Man Utd in 'obvious' need of young striker, says Rangnick

The Hindu  

Manchester United coach Ralf Rangnick said the club is in "obvious" need of a young striker with the attacking duo of Cristiano Ronaldo and Edinson Cavani both in the twilight years of their careers. Ronaldo, 37, and Cavani, who turns 35 on February 14, are currently United's primary attacking options, with Anthony Martial on loan and Mason Greenwood unavailable for …

Paul Scholes says Ralf Rangnick is 'not a coach' after Manchester United throw away another lead
2 years, 10 months ago

Paul Scholes says Ralf Rangnick is 'not a coach' after Manchester United throw away another lead

The Telegraph  

Jadon Sancho puts Manchester United ahead, his first league goal at Old Trafford Che Adams equalises for Southampton just after half-time Fourth time in six games that United have thrown away a lead Another day managing the club who used to dominate the English game and Ralf Rangnick seems no closer to freeing Manchester United from the overwhelming sense of …

Rangnick calls for Ronaldo and Man United team mates to find scoring touch
2 years, 10 months ago

Rangnick calls for Ronaldo and Man United team mates to find scoring touch

The Hindu  

Manchester United coach Ralf Rangnick has called for Cristiano Ronaldo and his attacking teammates to find their goalscoring touch in order to avoid further frustrating results. United crashed out of the FA Cup last Friday against Middlesbrough, losing on penalties following a 1-1 draw having had 30 shots at goal in the match, before then amassing 22 further efforts at …

Cristiano Ronaldo DROPPED to the bench by Ralf Rangnick
2 years, 10 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo DROPPED to the bench by Ralf Rangnick

Daily Mail  

Ralf Rangnick dropped Cristiano Ronaldo to the bench for Manchester United's Premier League clash with Burnley on Tuesday night. The interim manager decided to start Edison Cavani ahead of Ronaldo - who has struggled to find the net in Manchester United's last four games. Ralf Rangnick dropped Cristiano Ronaldo to the bench for Man United's clash with Burnley When asked …

Manchester United: Ralf Rangnick defends decision to substitute Cristiano Ronaldo vs Brentford
2 years, 11 months ago

Manchester United: Ralf Rangnick defends decision to substitute Cristiano Ronaldo vs Brentford

Daily Mail  

Ralf Rangnick has told Cristiano Ronaldo that no player is bigger than the team following the Portugal star's angry reaction to being substituted at Brentford - and says his decision was justified because substitute Marcus Rashford scored Manchester United's third goal. Ralf Rangnick has defended his decision to substitute Cristiano Ronaldo on Wednesday Ronaldo was visibly frustrated after being subbed …

Ralf Rangnick must be 'careful' in ensuring Cristiano Ronaldo remains on side, warns Owen Hargreaves
2 years, 11 months ago

Ralf Rangnick must be 'careful' in ensuring Cristiano Ronaldo remains on side, warns Owen Hargreaves

Daily Mail  

Owen Hargreaves has warned Ralf Rangnick of his management style with Cristiano Ronaldo following Manchester United's 3-1 win at Brentford on Wednesday night. Cristiano Ronaldo was unhappy with Ralf Rangnick after being substituted vs Brentford Ronaldo was visibly frustrated after being subbed in the 71st-minute for Manchester United "Why did he take me off?" pic.twitter.com/gx0uur4GZf — Football on TNT Sports …

Ronaldo, Maguire back in squad for Villa trip, says Rangnick
2 years, 11 months ago

Ronaldo, Maguire back in squad for Villa trip, says Rangnick

The Hindu  

Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo, winger Jadon Sancho and defenders Harry Maguire and Phil Jones will return to the squad for Saturday's Premier League trip to Aston Villa, interim manager Ralf Rangnick said. Rangnick, who was appointed until the end of the season after the sacking of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in November, suffered his first defeat against Wolverhampton Wanderers last …

Ronaldo says Rangnick needs time to improve Manchester United
2 years, 11 months ago

Ronaldo says Rangnick needs time to improve Manchester United

The Hindu  

Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo has backed interim boss Ralf Rangnick to do a good job at the Premier League club but said the German needs time to bed in his ideas and improve the team’s performances. It isn’t that easy to change the mentality of players and the way they play, the culture, the system like that.” United suffered …

Rangnick calls for unity to end Manchester United's struggles
2 years, 11 months ago

Rangnick calls for unity to end Manchester United's struggles

The Hindu  

Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick said on Friday that the team needed to show unity on the pitch amid media reports that some of the players are unhappy with the German's methods since he took over from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. United suffered their first defeat under Rangnick against Wolverhampton Wanderers earlier this week, with the manager left to rue …

Manchester United: Cristiano Ronaldo 'is considering LEAVING at the end of the season'
2 years, 11 months ago

Manchester United: Cristiano Ronaldo 'is considering LEAVING at the end of the season'

Daily Mail  

A bombshell new report has claimed Cristiano Ronaldo will consider walking out on Manchester United at the end of the season if their choice of manager does not suit him. Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly weighing up his Man United future, a new report has claimed Ralf Rangnick is in temporary charge but Ronaldo reportedly is eyeing the next boss United …

Manchester United's players ARE following Ralf Rangnick's body language orders
2 years, 11 months ago

Manchester United's players ARE following Ralf Rangnick's body language orders

Daily Mail  

Manchester United's players are following orders from interim manager Ralf Rangnick to improve their body language and stop bickering on the pitch. Rangnick brought it up after winning at Norwich earlier this month, and former United defender Gary Neville criticised the 'whingeing' among United players during Monday's draw at Newcastle. Manchester United's players are following orders from interim manager Ralf …

Manchester United must focus on getting better as a team not individuals - Ralf Rangnick
2 years, 11 months ago

Manchester United must focus on getting better as a team not individuals - Ralf Rangnick

The Hindu  

Manchester United must focus on improving as a team and not place too much emphasis on individual performances as it seeks a turnaround in form, its interim manager Ralf Rangnick said ahead of Thursday's Premier League game at home to Burnley. READ : LaLiga: Real Madrid's Courtois, Valverde and Camavinga test positive for COVID-19 "I don't think it makes sense …

Rangnick annoyed by passive Man United display
2 years, 11 months ago

Rangnick annoyed by passive Man United display

The Hindu  

Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick was unhappy with his team's lacklustre performance in a 1-1 Premier League draw at struggling Newcastle United on Monday. Newcastle missed a number of good chances and only a majestic performance by goalkeeper David De Gea spared Rangnick his first defeat as Manchester United's boss. The visitors looked uncomfortable every time Newcastle came forward …

Ralf Rangnick plays down repeating Thomas Tuchel's Champions League achievement at Manchester United
3 years ago

Ralf Rangnick plays down repeating Thomas Tuchel's Champions League achievement at Manchester United

Daily Mail  

Manchester United's interim boss Ralf Rangnick has insisted that it is 'too early' to know whether the club can win the Champions League this season. Ahead of United's final group stage game against Young Boys on Wednesday, Rangnick was asked whether he could replicate Thomas Tuchel's incredible achievement of winning the Champions League in his first six months at the …

Premier League roundup: Ronaldo double earns win for United in front of Rangnick
3 years ago

Premier League roundup: Ronaldo double earns win for United in front of Rangnick

The Hindu  

Sitting high in the stand with a blanket covering his legs on a chilly night at Old Trafford, recently appointed Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick was treated to a rip-roaring introduction to life in the Premier League. Rangnick wasn’t officially in charge of United for the match on Thursday- that honour went to Michael Carrick, who ended his three-game spell …

Ralf Rangnick granted work permit to begin working as Manchester United manager
3 years ago

Ralf Rangnick granted work permit to begin working as Manchester United manager

India Today  

Germany's Ralf Rangnick has been granted his work permit to begin work as Manchester United's new interim manager, the club announced on Thursday. The 63-year-old German will be presented as a coach on Friday and take charge of the team for the first time in the Premier League game against Crystal Palace on Sunday. Rangnick will be interim manager until …

What Ralf Rangnick brings to Man United and what does he need to worry about?
3 years ago

What Ralf Rangnick brings to Man United and what does he need to worry about?

The Hindu  

Manchester United showed the door to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer last week and has finalised former Hoffenheim and RB Leipzig manager Ralf Rangnick in the interim role for the rest of the season. But Rangnick’s style goes beyond constant pressing when his team builds an attack with preference given to long balls fed for attackers to poach and shoot, something Klopp …

Premier League: Manchester United appoint Ralf Rangnick as interim manager
3 years ago

Premier League: Manchester United appoint Ralf Rangnick as interim manager

Firstpost  

The 63-year-old German joins from Lokomotiv Moscow, where he was manager of sports and development. Manchester United announced on Monday they had appointed Ralf Rangnick as interim manager until the end of the season following the sacking of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. He takes over from first-team coach Michael Carrick, who has been in caretaker charge for two matches since Solskjaer …

Manchester United names Rangnick as interim manager
3 years ago

Manchester United names Rangnick as interim manager

The Hindu  

Manchester United has named German Ralf Rangnick as interim manager until the end of the season, the Premier League club announced on Monday, eight days after sacking Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Rangnick steps in to replace Solskjaer, who was removed after United's 4-1 defeat by Watford this month, its seventh loss in 13 games across all competitions which left them eighth …

Cristiano Ronaldo's bench-warming at Chelsea may be a new normal under Ralf Rangnick
3 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo's bench-warming at Chelsea may be a new normal under Ralf Rangnick

Daily Mail  

So is this the new reality for Cristiano Ronaldo? Has Manchester United's caretaker manager Michael Carrick given him a glimpse of what to expect from interim boss Ralph Rangnick? Cristiano Ronaldo's relegation to the bench may be a sign of things to come under Ralf Rangnick The Portuguese star spent more than an hour trying to stay warm on the …

Liverpool's Klopp says Rangnick's arrival 'not good news' for other teams
3 years ago

Liverpool's Klopp says Rangnick's arrival 'not good news' for other teams

The Hindu  

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp has heaped praise on Ralf Rangnick, telling reporters on Friday that his German compatriot's likely arrival at Manchester United was "not good news" for other teams in the Premier League. RELATED| "It's a bit tricky, we usually don't talk until they are confirmed," Klopp said ahead of Liverpool's home game against Southampton on Saturday. Klopp added …

Manchester United 'reach an agreement with Ralf Rangnick over interim job'
3 years ago

Manchester United 'reach an agreement with Ralf Rangnick over interim job'

Daily Mail  

Ralf Rangnick is set to become Manchester United’s interim manager until the end of the season after agreeing terms over a six-month contract at Old Trafford. Manchester United have reached an agreement to name Ralf Rangnick interim manager Mauricio Pochettino is the No 1 target to ultimately replace Ole Gunnar Solskjaer next summer He has previously coached Stuttgart, Hannover, Hoffenheim …

Ralf Rangnick and Rafa Benitez emerge as contenders for Tottenham hotseat
3 years, 7 months ago

Ralf Rangnick and Rafa Benitez emerge as contenders for Tottenham hotseat

Daily Mail  

Ralf Rangnick, 62, and Rafa Benitez, 61, are being considered by Tottenham after a succession of managers ruled themselves out of taking over from Jose Mourinho - and the security of experience begins to look more desirable than youthful potential. Chairman Daniel Levy has seen his initial shortlist fall apart as Julian Nagelsmann, 33, confirmed he would move to Bayern …

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