.1. Ronaldo Returns to Old Trafford as Man United Host Real Madrid in Preseason Clash.1. Ronaldo Returns to Old Trafford as Man United Host Real Madrid in Preseason Clash Manchester United and Real Madrid, two of the most storied clubs in world football, will face off in a preseason exhibition match at Old Trafford on July 30, 2023. The match will mark the return of Cristiano Ronaldo to Old Trafford, where he spent six seasons and played some of the most iconic football of his career. Ronaldo, who joined Manchester United from Real Madrid in 2003, scored 118 goals in 292 appearances for the Red Devils. He helped the club win three Premier League titles, one FA Cup, and one UEFA Champions League title. In 2009, he joined Real Madrid for a then-world record transfer fee of £80 million. The match will be a special occasion for Ronaldo, who is still adored by the Manchester United faithful. It will also be a chance for the 37-year-old to show that he still has what it takes to compete at the highest level. Real Madrid will be looking to spoil Ronaldo’s homecoming. The Spanish giants are the reigning La Liga champions and have won the UEFA Champions League a record 14 times. They will be led by Karim Benzema, the reigning Ballon d’Or winner, and Thibaut Courtois, the reigning UEFA Goalkeeper of the Season. The match is expected to be a sellout, with fans eager to see Ronaldo and Real Madrid in action. It will be a chance for both clubs to prepare for the upcoming season and for the fans to witness one of the greatest players of all time return to the stadium where he made his name. Here are some of the key details about the match: * Date: July 30, 2023 * Time: 8:00 PM BST * Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester * Tickets: On sale now
