Will Cristiano Ronaldo get a 2022 Carabao Cup winner’s medal?

Since Cristiano Ronaldo was technically part of Manchester United’s squad at the start of the season, should he be receiving an EFL Cup winner’s medal? 

Well, the final decision is up to the club. The striker did not participate in any of the club’s six matches as they won their first trophy in six years. However, there is a chance that he could be sent a winner’s medal if Manchester United decide so.

Will Cristiano Ronaldo get a Carabao Cup winner’s medal? 

According to rule 20.2 of the EFL, here is the situation: 

“In addition to the Cup, the Management Committee shall present thirty souvenirs to the winning Club in the Final Tie; and thirty souvenirs to the losing Club in the Final Tie.

“Additional souvenirs may be presented with the consent of the Management Committee but shall be at the cost of the requesting Club.” 

During the competition, Manchester United were represented by 27 players, excluding Cristiano Ronaldo. And all the other players have received their medals. By doing the maths, the Red Devils still have three medals extra that they can give out. 

However, Ronaldo left the club by mutual agreement prior to the 2022 World Cup in heated fashion. He has since signed for Al Nassr and is earning a massive £173 million wage with the Saudi Arabian club.