Video Nov. 18, 2008 Cristiano Ronaldo speaking in Portuguese press conference in Brazil before friendly Brazil 6-2 Portugal.
The Brazilian media loves him. You can tell by the questions they asked him. "País irmão" (Brother country) is one way Portuguese refer to Brazil.
English translation:
Question:
Good evening. The same question I asked Simao. What do you feel when many fans around the world are at your feet. A country of great footballers. Lots of children wearing your jerseys, wanting your jersey. Did you ever dream of this?
Cristiano Ronaldo:
"I never thought there would be this much love by fans. Like you know, I'm young and I just started my career a few years ago. Our "brother country" lots of love, always felt the love and always feel good here.
I have many Brazilian friends. Some have told me 'you're supposed to wear the Brazil jersey!' I'm happy that they care for me."
01:58 Question:
Scolari was the the Portugal coach for 5 and a half years. Can you compare his style of work with Queiroz?
Cristiano Ronaldo:
"Of course, there are lots of differences. I had the opportunity to work five years with him Scolari. I practically started my career with the Portugal team with him as coach. The working methods are good.
Everything from the way they motivate players, workouts, training sessions. It's completely different. Queiroz is also a great coach. He has good methods and is very professional. I know him from Manchester United."
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