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Ronaldo not worried about Best record
(Soccer365.com) Cristiano Ronaldo admits he is flattered to be compared to Manchester United great George Best but insists his only focus is winning the title.
The Portuguese winger is chasing Best's record of 32 goals in a season after continuing his red-hot form with a goal against Reading on Saturday.
Ronaldo's late effort at the Madejski Stadium took his tally for the campaign to 23 to equal his return of last season.
But while he is happy to be likened to United legend Best, Ronaldo insists his aim is to win the title, rather than set a new benchmark for a wide man.
"I never imagined I would have 23 goals by January, but the team are playing very well and my friends are creating many opportunities for me to score," said Ronaldo in The Sun.
"It is a pleasure and a great compliment when people compare me to George Best. For me, Best was one of the most important players ever.
"If I break his record I'm happy, but to be honest, I don't care. The most important thing is for the team to win the title.
"Last season I scored 23 times. This time I want to score more. I just want to do my best and improve every year."
Comments
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Posted by: Anonymous | January 25, 2008 12:02 PM
Ronaldo is da man!! Go ahead and score 42 goals man. But it's still great that he can still be a good team player. I just hope he stays here t man u
Posted by: Anonymous | January 25, 2008 06:03 PM
C. Ronaldo is a good player and all, but what an incredible record he's got. I could never get that kind of record (but I could try). If he doesn't care, why should you guys care about it too? C. Ronaldo is good, and he knows more about it than you guys, so give him a break, will ya?
Posted by: Anonymous | January 27, 2008 02:40 PM