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Cristiano Ronaldo axed from Man United squad vs. Chelsea after leaving Tottenham game early

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has axed striker Cristiano Ronaldo from the squad to face Chelsea on Saturday as punishment for his early exit during the win over Tottenham Hotspur.

Ten Hag has taken the decision after Ronaldo left Old Trafford before the end of the 2-0 victory over Spurs on Wednesday.

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Ronaldo did not train with the first team squad Thursday and is not expected to rejoin the group until Monday.