"Cristiano's starting XI is for the good of Manchester United, not for the fans"

The Red Devils closed out the month of September with a resounding win to secure their place in the Europa League group stage. The match was won 2-0 away to Sheriff Tiraspol. In the first matchday they lost at Old Trafford with a controversial penalty against Real Sociedad.

The team seems to have found balance in all areas of the pitch, as there are players in the team who already have their leading role. For example in defence there are Lisandro and Varane, in midfield there are Eriksen and McTominay, while in attack there is Rashford, who was absent for this game due to muscular problems.

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With the game over, the doubts in the squad regarding the relationship between dressing room mates have disappeared, now the criticism from the media and fans will focus on the level of play of their players who have not yet found their consistent level and who can be a factor in raising the chemistry within the coach's system.

Cristiano looked a little exhausted, trying hard to be effective, but still lacking the pace that characterises the Portuguese star. French centre-back Raphael Varane said it is normal as he was not part of Man Utd's pre-season training, and that it is very difficult to adapt without having taken part in training prior to the current season, but knowing Cristiano, he knows he will be able to find his best form.

Erik ten Hag lined Cristiano up in the match for the good of the team and not because of pressure from the fans

Cristiano will now have two weeks to continue working on the football that has characterised his career. At 37 years of age, he wants to show the whole world that he still has the competitiveness to win major titles with the Red Devils, and to be the leader that will lead them to glory once again.