Cristiano Ronaldo was in his second spell at Manchester United when Erik ten Hag (right) was hired in 2022, but their relationship quickly became tense. (EPA Images pic)LONDON: Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has accused Cristiano Ronaldo of letting the team down during his time in charge.

Portugal star Ronaldo was in his second spell at United when Ten Hag was hired in 2022.

Ten Hag's relationship with Ronaldo quickly became tense and the striker refused to come on as a substitute in a win over Tottenham in the October 2022.

Ronaldo was dropped for a subsequent match against Chelsea, prompting him to give an explosive television interview in which he said he felt betrayed by United and did not respect Ten Hag.