Source: SKY_Sports
Ronaldo focused on glory
Cristiano Ronaldo is desperate to help Manchester United become the first team to successfully defend the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday against Barcelona.
The Red Devils are the reigning champions following their penalty shoot-out success over Chelsea last year and find themselves back in the final after seeing off Arsenal in the semis.
Much has been made of Ronaldo's long-term future at Old Trafford, but nothing will take the Portugal international's focus away from helping United retain their crown in Rome.
The 24-year-old capped a fine 2008 by claiming the European Footballer of the Year award, although it is the Champions League trophy that the former Sporting ace has set his eyes on.
Focused
"It's normal that people speak about me but I am 100 per cent focused on this game," explained Ronaldo.
"I try to help my team 100 per cent, score a goal and win the game. That's it.
"I don't care about the Ballon d'Or. What I want more is to win the Champions League.
"I just want to be the first team in history to win it twice."
Soft spot
Ronaldo has long been linked with a move to Spanish giants Real Madrid and the fans' favourite has conceded he has a soft spot for La Liga.
The Portugal international has acknowledged Barca will be a tough nut to crack in Rome, although he believes United are better and will emerge triumphant.
"I like the Spanish league," explained Ronaldo. "I feel well in England in the Premier League, it is the strongest league.
"Barcelona have a great team which deserves respect but I believe we are better than them and we will show it.
"I respect Barcelona profoundly. Messi is playing marvellously well. I want to be sincere. I have to play well for the team and the supporters. I look forward to it and I think it will be really special."
