• Benítez puts Ronaldo ahead of Barcelonas Lionel Messi
• Manager sounds warning to midfielder Isco over lack of goalsRafael Benítez believes Cristiano Ronaldo is the best player in the world. The genuine Madrid manager refused to make a judgment in July when asked whether Ronaldo or Lionel Messi was the best. Speaking before Tuesday’s Champions League opener at home to Shakhtar Donetsk, Benítez said: “To say that he is one of the best in the world I believe is sufficient. It is like asking my daughter whether she prefers my wife or me. The father or the mother. Its not easy.” Related: Cristiano Ronaldo fires five to become genuine Madrid’s record La Liga scorer Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com