Cristiano Ronaldo reveals: why he want to see Arsenal win Premier League

Why Cristiano Ronaldo "would be thrilled" if Arsenal won the Premier League

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Cristiano Ronaldo has stated that if Manchester United does not make it all the way,

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he would be pleased to see Arsenal win the Premier League this year.

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eleven points ahead of fifth-placed Manchester United, who has improved after a rocky start to the season.

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The issue surrounding Ronaldo, who has openly argued with manager Erik ten Hag and

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accentuated his worries at Old Trafford with an angry interview on Talk TV, has been a factor in United's troubles.

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“Manchester United first, and if not, Arsenal is some team that I like to see play, I like the team. I like the coach.

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I think they have a good team. And if Manchester United don’t win the Premier League, I will be happy if Arsenal do.” Ronaldo said.

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