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Isaac Johnson

Cristiano Ronaldo penalty snub vs Arsenal labelled 'a disaster' as Man United dressing room exposed

Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Saturday, April 23

Ralf Rangnick explains why Cristiano Ronaldo did not take Manchester United penalty vs Arsenal

Cristiano Ronaldo declined the opportunity to take Manchester United's penalty against Arsenal that Bruno Fernandes missed.

Ronaldo had converted spot-kicks against Arsenal and Norwich earlier this season but missed his last penalty in regulation time in the FA Cup fourth round against Middlesbrough. Ronaldo still converted in the shootout.

READ MORE: Manchester United player ratings as Bruno Fernandes and Alex Telles awful vs Arsenal

Fernandes stepped up and missed his second penalty of the season to spurn the chance to equalise. Fernandes was then at fault for Granit Xhaka's clincher in the 70th minute that sealed a 3-1 win for Arsenal.

Read the full story here.

Paul Scholes reveals conversation with Jesse Lingard about 'disaster' Manchester United dressing room

Paul Scholes has opened up on a private conversation with Jesse Lingard after Arsenal beat United 3-1 on Saturday.

United's hopes of securing Champions League football were slim heading into the clash against Arsenal at the Emirates, but they're now as good as non-existent. United's defeat means they're now six points behind fourth-placed Arsenal.

United have just four games remaining this season and Arsenal also have one game in hand. United knew Saturday's match at Arsenal was a must-win game, but they fell behind within two minutes and they never drew level.

Read what Scholes said here.

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