Rio Ferdinand has said that Cristiano Ronaldo should have started for Manchester United during their Premier League opening weekend defeat to Brighton.
Erik ten Hag's side could not continue their pre-season momentum as they succumbed to a 2-1 defeat at Old Trafford in what turned out to be far from the dream start for the Dutchman. The Reds were 2-0 down in front of their own fans after just 39 minutes as they failed to get to grips with the game.
The performances from a variety of players prompted questions over their place in the team going forward – with particular concern over United's inability to control the midfield. The pairing of Scott McTominay and Fred failed to take control of the match as the need for United to reinforce their options in that position became alarmingly obvious.
