Cristiano Ronaldo back in Manchester United side to face Southampton

By Richard Martin
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The Portuguese began on the bench against Burnley but was recalled to the starting line-up by Ralf Rangnick

Cristiano Ronaldo, Manchester United, Siuuuu celebration
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Cristiano Ronaldo is back in the Manchester United team to face Southampton as the Portuguese looks to bring an end to his longest goal drought in 12 years.

Ronaldo was surprisingly benched for United's trip to Burnley and although he came on in the second half, he did not looked pleased with the situation and stormed straight down the tunnel at Turf Moor when the full-time whistle came to signal a disappointing 1-1 draw for his side.

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Richard Martin

Richard Martin is an experienced football writer, editor and social media producer. Before returning to London, he spent 10 years in Spain as a football correspondent and has attended over 600 games across 16 countries, his favourite being Argentina. He has also worked for Reuters, The Telegraph, The Daily Mail, The Times and AS.