Source: Daily_Mail
Portugal star Ronaldo back England's chances of glory in South Africa
Cristiano Ronaldo is expecting big things from England at the World Cup finals in South Africa.[LNB]Ronaldo played a huge part in dumping England out of the tournament in 2006, winking at the bench after Wayne Rooney was sent off as Portugal went on to win their quarter-final clash on penalties.[LNB]Helping hand: Ronaldo got involved after Rooney (No 9) fouled Ricardo Carvalho[LNB]But the £80million Real Madrid forward said: 'In my opinion, England have a fantastic team, they had a greatqualification campaign. They have a good coach and have everyopportunity to do a great job in South Africa.[LNB]Winker: Ronaldo after Rooney walked[LNB]It'snot just England, Spain are really strong as well and Brazil are alwaysthere. Portugal also have their chances. At Euro 2004 nobody spokeabout Greece and they won the tournament. You never know. [LNB]'I look forward to having a great World Cup and I'm really focused.'[LNB]The24-year-old, who lost the FIFA World Player of the Year award toBarcelona's Lionel Messi, refused to be drawn on former team-mate RyanGiggs' comments that Manchester United do not miss Ronaldo.[LNB]He said: 'Well, I think United are doing very well this season. It's his opinion.'[LNB] England confirm Wembley date with Egypt as Fabio prepares for World CupWORLD CUP 2010: Creepy crawlies have England striker Darren Bent dreading trip to South Africa Germany aren't good enough to win the World Cup, warns skipper BallackScore more! Capello's blunt message to Owen over World Cup dreamMANCHESTER UNITED FC
