Chelsea star Thiago Silva hits back at Scholes after Man Utd legend claims Ronaldo will find it easy against defender

CHELSEA star Thiago Silva has hit back at Paul Scholes’ claim that Cristiano Ronaldo will find it easy going up against him.

Organized by the Blues Manchester United in the game last weekend at Stamford Bridge.

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Silva vs Ronaldo supposed to be an important clash…before the Portuguese found themselves run by carer owner Michael Carrick.

As it happened, the 36-year-old wasn’t called up until 64 minutes – before failing to get a shot on target.

After the match, one Chelsea The fan account wrote on Instagram: “According to Paul Scholes, facing Thiago Silva will be very easy for Cristiano Ronaldo.”

Silva, 37, found the post and commented: “It’s always been easy, especially for those who have taken a break from competition!!”

He followed through with three smiling emojis.

Silva’s comment has since received more than 4,000 likes.

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Man United lead without Ronaldo, as Jadon Sancho pounces Jorginho’s terrible touch in the middle of the field.

Chelsea leveled the gap just 5 minutes after CR7 came on as a substitute, when the Italian midfielder converted from the penalty spot.

NS Draw 1-1 saw Thomas Tuchel’s side still 12 points ahead of Man United at the top of the Premier League table.

Less than 24 hours later, the Red Devils confirmed Appointment of new boss Ralf Rangnick.

The German, 63, will take over until the end of the season – having also agreed to two more years as a consultant.

Meanwhile, Silva shows no signs of slowing down, he remains a key figure at Chelsea this season.

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