Calm down City... United are still kings of England! Ronaldo says his former team will be at the top for years to come



Cristiano Ronaldo has insisted Manchester United will remain kings of English football for years to come, regardless of any success enjoyed by neighbours Manchester City.

United lost out on the Premier League title on a dramatic final day of the season last weekend, with City finishing top of the pile for the first time since 1968.

But Real Madrid star Ronaldo, who played for United from 2003 to 2009, said it will take a lot more than that from City to ensure a swing in power.



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'I saw a few days ago (City scored) two goals in the last minute, 91 and 93. I had a bet that Manchester United would win the league but I lost,' he said.

'I feel very disappointed because United is still in my heart.

'City have a fantastic team now, but I think Manchester (United) will carry on being king of England in my opinion.'

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Ronaldo helped United to a hat-trick of titles, the last of which in 2009 came just before he left the club for Madrid.



Turning to his own future, Ronaldo declared himself happy at the Bernabeu but refused to make any long-term predictions.

'The future? Nobody knows. (But) I feel very happy here. It’s a great club, fantastic fans...it’s great.

'In one year or two you never know. A man’s head is always complicated.'



