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Cristiano Ronaldo: I will play for Portugal whether or not I'm 100% fit
Feb 5, 2013 12:20:00 AM
The Portuguese captain has revealed he is willing to take part in his country's friendly with Ecuador on Wednesday, despite fears he may be suffering from a slight muscle strain
Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo has declared himself available for Portugal's midweek friendly with Ecuador, but has admitted he is not fully fit.The 27-year-old is believed to be suffering from a muscle strain and Portugal boss Paulo Bento is expected to make a decision on the inclusion of his captain on Tuesday, following a fitness test.
And Ronaldo has revealed he hopes to play some role in Wednesday's game despite his minor fitness worry.
"I give my body and soul to Portugal. It is an honour to represent my country and I will contribute whether or not I am 100% fit on Wednesday," Ronaldo told a press conference.
If the forward is passed fit, it will see him come up against the man who replaced him at Manchester United, Antonio Valencia, and the United legend has spoken highly of his successor at Old Trafford.
He added: "He [Antonio] is a very fast player with great technique. It will not be an easy match."
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