Atletico blunder spotted that was crucial for Anthony Elanga’s Man Utd equaliser

Rio Ferdinand has pinpointed the difference Anthony Elanga has brought to Manchester United with his style of play.

Cristiano Ronaldo prevented a Manchester United goal in bizarre fashion as his rough patch of form continued against Watford.The Red Devils club legend has found the back of the net just once in his last 10 games.Prior to bagging against Brighton earlier this month, he was on his longest goal drought of his club career since 2009.In fairness, in wasn't for a lack of trying at Old Trafford on Saturday afternoon, as he had a goal ruled out for offside, a shot hit the post and would've scored had Bruno Fernandes played him in for an open goal.However, Fernandes may have been getting his own back on his fellow Portugal international.Earlier in the match Ronaldo had inadvertently blocked one of his shots which may have gone in otherwise.Despite all of those chances, United were unable to find a goal as Premier League strugglers Watford secured a valuable point on their travels. Should Man Utd sell Ronaldo in the summer? Let us know in the comments section.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'.And that's it, job done.

Daily Star Sport looks at three things Rangnick got wrong on a frustrating afternoon at Old Trafford.Rangnick would have had some bittersweet emotions heading to into the dressing room at the interval. In one aspect, his team had performed superbly and played the fluid, fast-paced football he has demanded from day one.And yet, they were unable to find a way past Ben Foster in the first half, doing everything but score.Ronaldo was more unlucky rather wasteful, hitting the post and seeing a goal chalked off for a marginal offside.

Manchester United diva Cristiano Ronaldo was spotted going absolutely mental at Bruno Fernandes against Watford on Saturday.

Manchester United first team has come on the back of dedicated work in the gym, which has rivalled even Cristiano Ronaldo. Elanga is enjoying a brilliant period under interim manager Ralf Rangnick, having featured in each of United’s last 11 matches in all competitions.

Manchester United youngster Anthony Elanga has issued a three-worded message in response to United supporters chanting his name on the way out of Atletico Madrid's Wanda Metropolitano Stadium on Wednesday evening.

Manchester United's Champions League last 16 tie against Atletico Madrid is delicately poised ahead of the second-leg at Old Trafford following a 1-1 draw in the Spanish capital.

Manchester United’s newest kid on the block, Anthony Elanga, is thriving this season.

Jamie Carragher has insisted Manchester United need "something better" than Marcus Rashford in a brutal TV interview.The ex-Liverpool ace, 44, also claimed that the England star "doesn't warrant being in the team" on current form.Rashford, 24, had a horror show for Man Utd against Atletico Madrid with several misplaced passes and aimless runs before being substituted in the 75th-minute for Anthony Elanga.And the late switch proved to be a masterstoke by United boss Ralf Rangnick as the teenager bagged a crucial equaliser at the Wanda Metropolitano.When speaking to CBS Sports, Carragher slammed Rashford's Champions League showing whilst stating the OBE winger needs to be dropped from the starting 11.

Nemanja Matic has highlighted where Manchester United need to improve despite scoring late goal to rescue a draw against Atletico Madrid in the Champion League last-16 first leg.

Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes has hailed interim manager Ralf Rangnick after his substitutions changed the game against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday night.

Nemanja Matic has admitted there was a 'mix of emotions' in Manchester United's dressing room after drawing with Atletico Madrid.

Ralf Rangnick insisted any tactical aspect of Manchester United's first-half performance against Atletico Madrid was irrelevant as they were so poor.

Manchester United supporters have hailed teenager Anthony Elanga after he scored his first-ever Champions League goal to draw United level against Atletico Madrid at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium.

Manchester United’s hopes in the Champions League in their 1-1 draw with Atletico Madrid.The 19-year-old latched on to a neat pass from Bruno Fernandes before looking up and slotting a cool strike underneath the onrushing Jan Oblak in the 80th minute.Joao Felix had opened the scoring for Atletico after just seven minutes with a stunning header. The Portuguese forward met Renan Lodi’s cross from deep with a perfect diving header that left David de Gea with no chance.The home side almost doubled their lead on the cusp of half time as Sime Vrsaljko header bounced back off of the bar from close range from another superb delivery from Lodi.Manager Ralf Rangnick will have been pleased that his side will return to Old Trafford with the scores level, but his side will need to improve markedly on this performance.

Manchester United captain will be, with Harry Maguire seemingly falling out of favour.The defender has had a season to forget at United after a stunning European Championships with England in the summer.Portuguese stars Bruno Fernandes and Cristiano Ronaldo have been tipped to take the armband off Maguire in mix-up under Ralf Rangnick, and it appears that UEFA expected that change to take place on Wednesday as United face Atletico Madrid in the Champions League.UEFA named Fernandes as United's captain on their official team-sheet, whereas United announced that Maguire would retain the armband.Maguire scored a much-needed goal against Leeds United on Sunday as United beat their fierce rivals 4-2 at Elland Road, but speculation around their captain choice moving forward has remained.The England defender has been placed under increased scrutiny as United continue to struggle in games, with a change of captain drawn up as a potential option in an attempt to improve results.And it appears that UEFA thought Maguire had been stripped on his captaincy, leaving fans questioning just who will be wearing the armband at kick-off.Who should be Manchester United's captain? Comment belowWant to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'.And that's it, job done.

Interim manager Ralf Rangnick has named his starting line-up for Manchester United's showdown with Atletico Madrid in the first-leg of their Champions League last-16 tie at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium this evening, making some interesting calls.

Atletico Madrid won’t be relishing renewing acquaintances with Cristiano Ronaldo tonight (Wednesday evening).

Some of the Manchester United squad to face Atletico Madrid has been revealed after the team departed for the Spanish capital on Tuesday afternoon.

Rio Ferdinand has praised Manchester United starlet Anthony Elanga for seizing the initiative during his early days with the first-team squad.

Manchester United's young starlet Anthony Elanga has been approached to switch nationalities as his stock continues to rise at the Red Devils.Elanga was born in Sweden to Cameroonian parents, but he moved to England at 12-years-old, making him eligible for all three.However, the youngster has represented Sweden, the country of his birth, at youth level - and Sweden are confident he will represent them.But after being called up by the first team, Elanga failed to make an appearance after Untied blocked the call-up.And Cameroon are now attempting to swoop in to secure the services of the youngster. According to Footazimuts, Cameroon are trying to tempt the youngster into representing the African side on the international stage.