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Cristiano Ronaldo returns as Man United draw 1-1 in final preseason game

MANCHESTER, England -- Cristiano Ronaldo made his comeback for Manchester United as Erik ten Hag's side ended their summer schedule with a 1-1 draw with Rayo Vallecano at Old Trafford.

Ronaldo, who missed the tour of Thailand and Australia to deal with a family issue, started the game but was substituted after 45 minutes.

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The 37-year-old had one chance in the first half but fired over the crossbar after picking up Donny van de Beek's pass on the left side of the penalty area.