Is Cristiano Ronaldo playing for Manchester United against Newcastle?

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Cristiano Ronaldo - Portugal - 2021

Cristiano Ronaldo is back at Manchester United, and if the club's matches weren't already must-watch with one of the most star-studded attacks in Europe, they just got a lot more interesting.

The Red Devils acquired Ronaldo in a £13 million transfer from Italian side Juventus, reuniting him with a club for which he starred over six seasons (2003-09) and became one of the best players in the game. And now he gets set to make his second debut for the club on Saturday against Newcastle United at Old Trafford.

Manchester United have since confirmed Ronaldo would be starting against Newcastle.

Ronaldo has trained all week with his new club following his participation with Portugal in a September World Cup qualifier against the Republic of Ireland. His two late goals won the match for the Portuguese and gave Ronaldo the all-time international goals record for me. A yellow card received for taking off his shirt in celebration triggered an automatic suspension which ruled him out of Portugal's other qualifier against Azerbaijan and allowed him to join Manchester United early.

MORE: Why Cristiano Ronaldo left Juventus for Manchester United

He's now ready to dive into a busy season that could see Manchester United play up to 60 competitive matches across four competitions.

How to watch Ronaldo, Manchester United in Australia

Depending on the competition, different TV and streaming outlets will carry Manchester United's matches in Australia during the 2021-22 season:

English Premier League

  • Service: Optus Sport

UEFA Champions League

  • Service: Stan Sport

FA Cup

  • Service: ESPN

Carabao Cup

  • Service: beIN Sports/Kayo
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