Ralf Rangnick: The high-pressing German coaching guru Man Utd are turning to

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When incoming interim boss Ralf Rangnick begins to analyse recent Manchester United matches, Cristiano Ronaldo’s opening goal at Villarreal will bring a smile to his face.

The high pressing of Fred to create the opportunity is a hallmark of teams coached by the German, but he will find very few other examples of the Gegenpressing tactic he is widely credited for in other clips he watches of his soon-to-be new side.

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