Man Utd Star Ronaldo Breaks Silence, Sends Strong Warning to Atletico Ahead of Champions League Showdown

• Cristiano Ronaldo has faced Atletico Madrid 35 times, with the Portuguese getting an incredible 25 goals against them
• Manchester United are billed to play Simeone’s men at the Wanda Metropolitano and Ronaldo is prepared to continue his scintillating form against them
• Ronaldo who is under pressure to deliver for the Red Devils says he is getting ready for action on Wednesday night

Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo has said he is already looking forward to their Champions League Round of 16 clash against Spanish giants Atletico Madrid, SunSport reports.

The 37-year-old will hope to keep his incredible record against Diego Simeone’s side when they clash at the Wanda Metropolitano.

CR7 will expect to receive a hostile welcome from the home fans following his exploits against them during his days at Real Madrid.

The Portuguese sensation is also under pressure to deliver as there are growing calls for Ralf Rangnick to axe him from the starting line-up.

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Ronaldo appears to be eager to silence his critics to extend his fine record scoring form against Atletico as he has netted 25 goals in 35 matches against them.

Hours before the first leg kicks off, Ronaldo wrote on social media:

“Getting ready for the return of the biggest club competition in the world. Let’s go!”

Ronaldo, who first faced Atletico during his opening campaign at Real in 2010, has scored a ludicrous 25 goals in 35 games against them.

The only team he has racked up more goals against is Sevilla - 27. But the Portuguese legend has only managed one assist against Sevilla - compared with the five he has accumulated against Atletico.

Man Utd continue to shop for Rangnick’s replacement

Man United have reportedly intensified their search for a permanent manager to take over from Ralf Rangnick.

Rangnick was appointed to the role back in December 2021 on an interim basis, succeeding Ole Gunnar Solskjaer who had been sacked at the time.

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However, the German is expected to quit the position at the end of the season as he takes on a consultancy role at the club.

Villarreal vs Juventus ends in a 1-1 draw

Sports Brief earlier reported that Spanish club Villarreal will need to thank Dani Parejo who rescued a point for them in their Champions League Round of 16 first-leg clash against Juventus.

The Italian side opened the scoring inside the first minute following a brilliant strike by Dusan Vlahovic.

But Dani Parejo sent the entire Estadio de la Cerámica into the wilds in the 66th when he grabbed one back to ensure they share the spoils as it ended 1-1.