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Manchester United: Ralf Rangnick defends decision to substitute Cristiano Ronaldo vs Brentford

Ralf Rangnick has told Cristiano Ronaldo that no player is bigger than the team following the Portugal star's angry reaction to being substituted at Brentford - and says his decision was justified because substitute Marcus Rashford scored Manchester United's third goal.

Ronaldo made his frustration clear when he was taken off in a double substitution in the 71st minute during United's 3-1 win, and then had to be placated by Rangnick as he sat outside the dug-out.

United's interim manager tried to play down the incident on Friday but made it clear that the team must come first.