In anticipation of Tottenham’s matchup with Manchester United on Wednesday, Antonio Conte has expressed optimism that Cristiano Ronaldo will maintain his subdued performance.
The Portuguese forward, who was ranked 20th in the best male player category for the year 2022, has scored just twice in 12 appearances for the Red Devils this season.
The 37-year-old has fallen off manager Erik ten Hag’s priority list due to Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial’s strong performances.
The former striker for Juventus scored six goals in the UEFA Champions League and 18 goals in the domestic league for Manchester United, including a hat trick against Tottenham at Old Trafford.
Conte stated, “Last season he scored a hat-trick against us,” prior to the match against Manchester United.
We’re talking about a great player who ranks among the best.We’re talking about a player who keeps making an impact on the team he plays for.
“I have a great deal of respect for Cristiano and his professionalism, but I hope he will remain calm and not score three goals like he did last season.We suffered a 3-2 defeat, but that was against him, not United.We played a very good game, so I remember that very well.