Al Nassr star Cristiano Ronaldo has recently taken aim at some of his former managers, stating that not all of them had a clue about football. The Portuguese superstar, who has played under 19 different coaches throughout his illustrious career, made these candid remarks in an interview with El Chiringuito TV.
During the interview, Ronaldo did not hold back, saying: “I had some really bad coaches. Some of them don’t have a f*cking clue about football at all…” These strong words have left fans and media speculating, as the forward did not name specific coaches or provide further details about who he was referring to.
Ronaldo has had notable public disagreements with several coaches over the years, one of the most prominent being with Erik ten Hag during his second stint at Manchester United. In 2024, Ronaldo openly criticized Ten Hag for his approach at Old Trafford, claiming that the Dutch manager lacked the ambition needed to manage a club with the stature of Manchester United.
Speaking on Rio Ferdinand’s podcast, Ronaldo expressed: “As I told you, Manchester, they need to rebuild everything, in my opinion. The coach, they say they cannot compete to win the League and Champions League… As Manchester United coach, you cannot say that.” These comments were widely discussed in the media, highlighting Ronaldo's dissatisfaction with Ten Hag’s leadership at the club.
Throughout his career, Ronaldo, a five-time Ballon d’Or winner, has played for top clubs in Portugal, England, Spain, Italy, and Saudi Arabia, winning major titles in every league. However, his latest comments suggest that not every managerial experience has met his expectations. With his extensive career, it’s clear that Ronaldo holds a high standard when it comes to leadership and coaching. His words have sparked debates about the qualities he values in a coach and how his professional journey continues to shape his views on the game.