Tommy Martin: Will Cristiano Ronaldo bring Manchester United their just desserts?

The famously diet-conscious Ronaldo has inspired a new level of abstemiousness within the Man United squad

Striker Cristiano Ronaldo speaks with United goalkeeping coach Richard Hartis ahead of the Champions League Group F match against Young Boys in Bern, on Tuesday. Will Ronaldo’s strict dietary regime rub off on his United teammates?  Picture: Fabrice Coffrini/AFP via Getty Images

Despite the flan-fare over his transfer to Manchester United, there was always a chance that Cristiano Ronaldo might upset the apple tart.

While the superstar striker’s early goal on Tuesday night was just parfait, Young Boys second-half comeback earned them the knickerbocker glory. Jesse Lingard looked a right pudding when his backpass allowed the home side to put the ball in the Vienetta, but by that stage the Swiss were on a roll.